The secret of worshiping Kamadeva along with Saraswati puja, have you ever wondered the reason behind it?:

News India Live, Digital Desk: Winter is about to bid farewell and a new freshness and fragrance begins to permeate the air; this is the arrival of spring. We all are going to celebrate Vasant Panchami very soon in the year 2026. Whenever the name of Vasant Panchami comes, yellow clothes, worship of Mother Saraswati and the splendor of schools and colleges come to our mind. But do you know that this day is not only related to ‘books’ and ‘pen’ but also with ‘love’ and ‘beauty’?

Why is Saraswati Puja celebrated?
According to Hindu beliefs, on this day Lord Brahma had revealed Goddess Saraswati to fill the universe with sound and intelligence. That is why this is the biggest day for students and art lovers. People ask for the boon of knowledge and music from Maa Sharda.

‘Unheard’ mystery of worship of Kamadeva and Rati
This is where the story takes an interesting twist. According to ancient texts and beliefs, Vasant Panchami is not just the day of Saraswati Puja, but it is also Kamadeva, the god of love, and his wife Rati There is also a day dedicated to. Now you might be wondering what is the combination of knowledge and love?

Actually, the season of spring is a symbol of ‘youth’ and ‘beauty’ of the entire creation. When flowers bloom all around and nature is beautified, feelings of happiness and love awaken in the human heart. In the scriptures it has been called ‘Madhumas’. In ancient times, kings and emperors used to regularly organize the worship of Kamadeva on this day so that there would be joy in life and strength in relationships. To put it in simple words, without intelligence (Saraswati) love (Kamadeva) cannot move in the right direction, and without love intelligence becomes burdensome.

Important things about Vasant Panchami 2026

• date: In the year 2026, Vasant Panchami will be celebrated on 13 February.
• Yellow magic: On this day yellow color prevails everywhere. Yellow color symbolizes energy, enthusiasm and happiness. Yellow rice, saffron halwa and yellow sarees are the main attractions of this festival.
• New beginning: Many people conduct ‘Akshararambh’ (initiation of studies) of small children on this day. If you are thinking of learning something new or starting some big work, then 13th February is going to be a very auspicious day.