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Basant Panchami marks the day to worship the deity of knowledge, music, and arts in Hindus, the lesser-known fact is that this day has significance in Sikh and Muslim religions too. Basant Panchami, also known as ‘Vasant Panchami’, marks the arrival of the spring season in India. The day will be celebrated on February 16 this year. While, this occasion marks the day to worship the deity of knowledge, music, and arts in Hindus, the lesser-known fact is that this day has significance in Sikh and Muslim religions too. ANI spoke to the head priests and spiritual leaders to find about the significance of the special day and how it is celebrated across India.Mahant Vikas Sharma, head priest of Hanuman Mandir, Connaught Place told ANI, “When Brahmadev created this universe, it was beautiful but silent. After Lord Narayana requested Brahmadev to bestow the universe with its voice, he sprinkled water from his kamandal and henceforth…

Basant Panchami is held on the fifth day (Panchami) of the Magha maas (month), and also celebrated as Saraswati Puja in some parts of India. Basant Panchami, the festival which marks the arrival of the spring season in India, would be celebrated on February 16, this year. Held on the fifth day (Panchami) of the Magha maas (month), Basant Panchami is also celebrated as Saraswati Puja in some parts of the country. Festivals in India are all about harmony and togetherness, in fact, the fun of the occasion is simply incomplete without good food and happiness. As per the Hindu Mythology, Lord Brahma is believed to have created the universe on this day. Apart from that, the reason for the celebration of Saraswati Puja in some parts of the country is because it was believed that on this day Goddess Durga gave birth to Goddess Saraswati. The significance of the occasion is huge in Hindu…

Ex Radisson Chef Anil Dahiya had suggested a list of delicacies that one can savour on the auspicious occasion of Basant Panchami. As the occasion of Basant Panchami, which marks the onset of the spring season, is just around the corner, people are gearing up to seek blessings from Goddess Saraswati, who is considered as the deity of wisdom, intellect, and learning. Associated with yellow colour, the festival of Basant Panchami also marks the start of preparation for Holika and Holi, which occurs nearly 40 days later. But every festival is incomplete without some delicious dishes to gorge on, and if you are planning to prepare something lip-smacking this Basant Panchami then we have got you all covered! Ex Radisson Chef Anil Dahiya had suggested a list of delicacies that one can savour on the auspicious occasion of Basant Panchami: Sweet saffron rice: Ingredients:1. One cup long-grained basmati rice2. Six tbsp ghee3. Two tbsps almonds…