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  Here is complete information about the Naag Panchami Festival, including its meaning, history, rituals, significance, and regional variations. 🐍 Naag Panchami Festival – Complete Overview 📅 Date Celebrated on the fifth day (Panchami) of the bright half of the lunar month Shravan (July–August). In 2025, Naag Panchami will be observed on Monday, July 28. 🐍 Meaning & Origin "Naag" = Cobra/Snake "Panchami" = Fifth lunar day Naag Panchami is a traditional Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of snakes, especially cobras, which are believed to be sacred and closely associated with Lord Shiva, Vishnu, and subterranean deities (Nāgas). 🕉️ Mythological Significance 1. Mahabharata Connection: It is said that Janamejaya, son of King Parikshit, performed a Sarpasatra (snake sacrifice) to avenge his father's death caused by a snake bite (Takshaka Naga). The sacrifice was stopped by Astika Muni on Panchami day, saving the snake race. This day is remembered as a d...