Vasant Panchami painted Guwahati yellow with devotion on this January 23. Schools and colleges hosted elaborate Saraswati pujas, drawing crowds of students desperate for the goddess’s favor amid exam pressures. Pandals resonated with mantras as lamps flickered before ornate idols.
Young participants shared their aspirations candidly. ‘Boards loom large; Maa Saraswati’s aarti will sharpen our minds and secure top scores,’ said a spirited girl from a local high school. Boys assisted in havans, their involvement adding youthful vigor to ancient rites.
Faculty members reflected deeply on the occasion’s significance. ‘Our knowledge and careers are gifts from her. Puja brings serenity and motivates every child to soar,’ expressed a teacher leading the prayers. The priest conducting ceremonies stressed, ‘This day’s worship yields extraordinary benefits—knowledge paired with joy and wealth.’
Nationwide, the fervor matched Guwahati’s intensity. Temples from Delhi to Chennai brimmed with yellow decorations and offerings. Bhakts queued from dawn, seeking Saraswati’s touch for scholarly pursuits. The festival not only marked seasonal change but also reignited the pursuit of wisdom across generations.