Basant Panchami is a spring festival celebrated in India, Pakistan and Nepal.
Basant Panchami is a spring festival celebrated in India, Pakistan and Nepal. It marks the beginning of the harvest season and is one of the most important festivals for Hindus. The festival falls on the first day of Chaitra month according to the Hindu calendar, which usually falls between March 12th and April 14th. The name Basant Panchami comes from two words – “basant” meaning spring, and “panchami” meaning fifth.
What is Basant Panchami?
The festival celebrates the arrival of spring with dancing, singing and playing musical instruments. Many people wear yellow clothes to mark Basant Panchami, while others wear green or orange garments. In some parts of India, women paint their faces with yellow powder on this day.
Why do Hindus celebrate Basant Panchami?
Hindus celebrate Basant Panchami because it marks the beginning of harvest season in India. This means that farmers can begin to sow seeds for their crops after being able to ensure that there will be enough water for them to grow properly.
