What to do and what not to do on Nag Panchami: Nag Panchami has special significance in Hinduism. This festival is not only a day of worship of the snake god, but is also considered a symbol of protection, progress, and peace in life. It is believed that by worshiping the snakes with devotion and offering milk on this day, the seeker gets freedom from Kaal Sarp Dosh, and the obstacles of life are removed.

This festival celebrated on the Panchami date of Sawan Shukla Paksha, will be celebrated today, i.e., on 29 July 2025. Panchami Tithi is starting from 11:25 pm on 28 July and will end on 29 July at 12:47 pm.
Nag Panchami 2025: Nag Panchami today, know the right method of worship, importance, and auspicious time
On this day, a rare combination of Shiva Yoga, Ravi Yoga, and Mangala Gauri Vrat is also being formed, which makes it more fruitful. However, on this auspicious day, it is necessary to follow some special rules and taboos, so that the full benefits of worship can be obtained. Let us know what to do and what not to do on the day of Nag Panchami.
What to do on Nag Panchami
Worshipping the snake god with devotion on this day is considered extremely auspicious. Chant mantras while worshiping and offer worship material.
Make the shape of a snake on the main door of the house with cow dung, ochre, or clay. It is believed that this brings wealth and prosperity into the house.
The snake god is the beauty of Lord Shiva's neck. On this day, by offering milk on the Shivling and performing Rudrabhishek, one gets the special blessings of Lord Shiva.
By worshiping Lord Shiva methodically, wishes are fulfilled, and stability comes in life.
On this day, it is especially fruitful to include a pair of Naag-Nagin made of silver in the worship.
By offering milk, fruits, flowers, and sweets to the Nag Dev with devotion, obstacles in life are removed, and fear ends.
Keeping a fast on Nag Panchami removes negative energy and eliminates fear from the mind.
What not to do on Nag Panchami
Green leafy vegetables (saag) should not be cooked on this day, especially by cutting them. Doing so is considered inauspicious.
Do not put an iron pan or tawa on fire, as it is considered forbidden.

Digging the ground on Nag Panchami is forbidden, as it can harm the snakes' burrows.
Do not use sharp objects like needles, nails, etc. By doing so, the snake deity, especially Sheshnag, can get angry.
One should avoid offering milk from a copper vessel on Shivling or Nag deity, it is considered inauspicious.
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