Amrutkaal अमृतकाल
Hindu Festival

Naga Panchami

नाग पञ्चमी
Next · 18 July 2026 · Panchami of Shukla paksha, Shravana — worship of serpent deities
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days until Naga Panchami

Shubh Muhurat

Full panchang, Rahu Kaal, and muhurat windows will be available closer to 18 July 2026.

We compute auspicious time windows with Swiss Ephemeris when the festival falls within our 38-day panchang window.

Significance

Naga Panchami honors the serpent gods (Nagas). Devotees worship snake idols or living snakes, offer milk, and observe a fast. The day is believed to ward off the fear of snake bites and grant blessings of the cobra deity.

Rituals & Traditions

Upcoming dates

Observed by: Hindus

Frequently asked questions

When is Naga Panchami?

Naga Panchami is next observed on 18 July 2026. The festival follows panchami of shukla paksha, shravana — worship of serpent deities.

What is Naga Panchami?

Naga Panchami honors the serpent gods (Nagas). Devotees worship snake idols or living snakes, offer milk, and observe a fast. The day is believed to ward off the fear of snake bites and grant blessings of the cobra deity.

Who observes Naga Panchami?

Naga Panchami is observed by Hindus.