Basant Panchami in 2016

Basant Panchami 2016 : The Jubilation and Euphoria

Basant Panchami in 2016 is on 12 February. The land looks velvety yellow till the reach of human eye. The delighting view of the yellow “Sarso” or mustard flowers is captivating enough to enthrall your senses. As far as your vision reaches, what you will see is the blanket of yellow flowers covering the ground and the atmosphere filled with enchanting joy. Who wants to miss such a visual treat? You will start feeling a state of tranquility and joy at the same time when you get to see such a beautiful vision of nature.

Basant Panchami, also known as Vasant Panchami is a Hindu festival celebrated enthusiastically in India, mostly the northern regions. Basant Panchami marks the beginning of the much awaited spring season in India. The joyous festival is celebrated on the fifth day of ‘Maagh’ (Indian month according to Hindu calendar). The name of the festival itself states a lot about its date and celebration. The first word “Vasant/Basant” means spring season and “Panchami” means the fifth day.

The festival is celebrated in whole of the India, but the festivities in Punjab and Haryana are spectacular. The manner in which this festival is celebrated in the regions of northern India is breathtaking and one cannot afford to miss this celebration.

Moving forward with the article about Basant Panchami in 2016, let us now know why is the festival celebrated with such zeal and what is its significance. Basant Panchami is celebrated with immense gaiety and fervor. People involve into merrymaking and celebrate the festival with joviality. The tradition that follows the festival is wearing the color Yellow. This color has been given utter importance and is closely attached to this festival. People wear different shades of yellow on this festival and get busy making the sweets and delicious food for the occasion.

Basant Panchami 2016, like every year, is one of the first festivals of the year and is celebrated with full vivacity. Songs related to spring season are sung whole day and festivities are followed. The mustard fields look yellow as if someone has sprinkled gold over the entire field. The fresh yellow mustard flowers glitter with the rays of the sun. The colorful sight of picturesque mustard field gives an enticing view that one will cherish forever. A fair is held in most of the parts of Punjab and other villages of India. People go there along with their families and become a part of grand celebration. The festival symbolizes greenery and production. The plants get new leaves and the leaves dazzle as the sun rays fall upon them.

Vasant Panchami in 2016 not only marks the beginning of the spring season, but also celebrates the birthday of the goddess of education, Saraswati. She is the wife of creator of the universe, Lord Brahma. Goddess Saraswati symbolizes education and wisdom. She also represents learning. The festival of Vasanta Panchami is celebrated in all the educational institutions with great joy and devotion to the goddess and Saraswati Puja is conducted. Students revere the goddess of education with pure heart and seek her blessings. For Saraswati Puja, Goddess Saraswati is adorned with yellow clothes and flowers. People also wear yellow clothes and consume yellow sweets.

It is believed that with the grace of goddess Saraswati even the dumb start speaking. The musicians, poets and artists pay tribute to goddess Saraswati and request her to shower her divine grace on the devotees. The goddess of wisdom is especially worshipped in Uttar Pradesh, Orissa, Bihar and West Bengal. The prayers are performed in educational institutions, arts and crafts institutions and music institutes. People revere the goddess with devotion and faith.

Kite flying is a common activity on the day of Basant Panchami. It is celebrated widely in Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. People buy colorful and beautiful kites and fly them with intense competition. The youngsters, especially, love the festival of kite flying. Competitions are held and winners are announced on the event. The blue sky gets filled with colorful kites and it’s a sight worth seeing.

The splendid festival of Basant Panchmi spreads its magic all over the country. The day long lively celebrations keep everyone occupied. People celebrate this festival with great delight. The festival creates the environment of euphoria and leaves everyone with breathtaking scenery and cherishable moments. Happy Basant Panchami 2016!