Significance
Saraswati Puja is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the deity of learning and arts. In Bengal and Odisha it is celebrated during Navratri (Basanti Puja); in other regions on Vasant Panchami.
Mythology & Legend
According to the Brahma Purana, Saraswati emerged from Brahma's mouth with a veena. She is the goddess of speech, learning, and music. Students and artists worship her for wisdom and creativity.
Rituals & Observances
- Place books, instruments, and tools at the altar; do not study or use them until the next day.
- Offer yellow flowers, fruits, and prasad to the goddess.
- Students and teachers perform puja together; wear yellow or white.
- The next day (or after puja), take the books and tools back with her blessing.
Sacred Mantras
ॐ सरस्वत्यै नमः
oṃ sarasvatyai namaḥ
Salutations to Saraswati
Traditional Foods
- ●Khichuri
- ●Payesh
- ●Fruits
- ●Sweets
Regional Variations
West Bengal(সরস্বতী পূজা)
Basanti Puja during Navratri
Odisha(ସରସ୍ଵତୀ ପୂଜା)
Similar to Bengal
Bihar(सरस्वती पूजा)
Schools and colleges
Do's & Don'ts
Do's
- ✓Place books for blessing
- ✓Wear yellow/white
- ✓Offer prasad
- ✓Respect knowledge
Don'ts
- ✗Do not study on the day of puja
- ✗Avoid disrespect to books
- ✗Do not skip the puja in schools