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New Delhi: The month of Sawan is considered the most sacred for the worship of Lord Shiva and Nag Panchami falling in this month has special significance. The tradition of worshiping Nag Devta and Lord Shiva on this day has been going on for centuries. According to religious beliefs, worshiping properly on Nag Panchami removes many problems of life, brings blessings of happiness and prosperity and receives special blessings of Lord Shiva. This is the reason why lakhs of devotees wait for this festival every year. If you are also planning to fast or worship on Nag Panchami, then it is very important to know the auspicious time, the correct method of worship and the important religious beliefs to it.

When will Nag Panchami 2026 be celebrated?

According to the Hindu calendar, the festival of Nag Panchami is celebrated on the fifth day of Shukla Paksha of Saavan (Shravan) month. In the year 2026, Nag Panchami will be celebrated on Monday, 17th August. On this day, there is a tradition of special worship of Lord Shiva and Nag Devta.

Panchami Tithi starts: August 16, 2026, 4:52 pm

Panchami tithi ends: August 17, 2026, 5:00 pm

Auspicious time of worship: August 17, 2026, 6:04 am to 8:39 am

There is a religious belief that by worshiping at this auspicious time, one gets more virtuous results and along with Lord Shiva, one also gets the blessings of the serpent god.

Worship like this on Nag Panchami

On the day of Nag Panchami, wake up in the morning in Brahma Muhurta, take bath and wear clean clothes. After this, make a symbol of Nag Devta with cow dung or soil near the worship place or main entrance of the house. If this is not possible then worship can also be done by installing a picture or statue of the snake god. During the worship, offer flowers, milk, rice and other offerings to the snake god. Perform puja methodically by lighting incense sticks and lamps and perform aarti with devotion. It is also considered auspicious to listen or read the story of Nag Panchami at the end of the puja. It is believed that worship done with a true heart maintains happiness and peace in the family and many obstacles in life are removed.

Importance of worshiping Lord Shiva on Nag Panchami

Worship of Lord Shiva is also said to have special significance on the occasion of Nag Panchami. According to religious beliefs, offering raw milk after performing Jalabhishek of Shivalinga on this day is considered auspicious. Chanting the mantra ‘Om Namah Shivay’ during the puja brings peace to the mind and maintains the blessings of Lord Shiva. It is considered auspicious to use a copper pot for Jalabhishek. On this day, devotees pray to Lord Shiva for family happiness, prosperity, good health and freedom from problems in life.

What to offer on Shivalinga?

There is a tradition of offering many worship materials to Shivalinga on the day of Nag Panchami. Among these, Belpatra, Dhatura, Honey, Sandalwood, Akshat and Kaner flowers are prominent. During the puja, by making Tripund on Shivalinga, Lord Shiva is prayed for happiness, prosperity and success. It is a religious belief that by offering these worship materials with devotion and regularly, Lord Shiva is pleased and blesses the devotee for fulfillment of his wishes.

Religious belief and special significance

Nag Panchami is not only a festival of worship of the snake god, but it also gives the message of respect for nature and animals. It is also said in many religious beliefs that worshiping Nag Devta on this day reduces the effect of Kaal Sarp Dosh and infuses positive energy in life. However, traditions like catching live snakes and feeding them milk should be avoided while performing puja. Devotees can also express their faith by worshiping symbols. In this way, along with following religious traditions, the message of protection of wildlife can also be given.