Nag Panchami 2025 Significance Timing and Rituals for Auspicious Worship

Nag Panchami is celebrated annually during the Shukla Paksha Panchami Tithi of the Hindu month of Sawan. This sacred festival is dedicated to the worship of Nag Devta (Serpent God) and Lord Shiva. It is widely believed that offering prayers on this day can help alleviate the effects of Kaal Sarp Dosh, a significant astrological condition in Hindu tradition. Nag Panchami also holds cultural importance, with certain rituals and taboos, including the traditional prohibition on cooking flatbreads (roti) on this day.

Date and Timings for Nag Panchami in 2025

According to the Hindu Panchang, the Panchami Tithi will begin at 11:24 PM on July 28 and end at 12:46 AM on July 30. Based on these timings, Nag Panchami will be observed on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.

The most auspicious time to perform the Nag Panchami puja is between:
6:13 AM to 8:49 AM

Important Rituals and Beliefs

On this day, it is considered highly auspicious to worship both Nag Devta and Lord Shiva. Devotees perform abhishek (ritual bathing) of the Shiva Linga with raw milk as a mark of reverence. Additionally, offering donations and charity to the needy is believed to bring blessings and positive energy.

For individuals suffering from the effects of Kaal Sarp Dosh, Nag Panchami is regarded as one of the most powerful days for spiritual relief. Performing specific pujas and chanting mantras dedicated to the serpent gods is advised for protection and balance in life.

Powerful Mantras to Chant on Nag Panchami

1. Sarve Nāgāḥ Prīyantāṁ Me Ye Kechit Pṛthvītale
Ye Cha Helimarīchistḥā Ye’ntare Divi Saṁsthitāḥ।
Ye Nadīṣu Mahānāgā Ye Sarasvatigāminaḥ।
Ye Cha Vāpītaḍageṣu Teṣu Sarveṣu Vai Namaḥ॥

2. Om Bhujangeshaya Vidmahe, Sarparajaya Dhimahi, Tanno Nagah Prachodayat॥

3. Om Nagapati Namah
Om Vyaal Namah
Om Ahi Namah
Om Vishdhara Namah
Om Shaila Namah
Om Bhudhara Namah
Om Sarpaya Namah

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