Nagas are worshipped for overall protection from evil,and to overcome fear of snakes. As per Hindu calendar, the festival is observed on the fourth and fifth day of Shravan.This day is dedicated to worshipping of snakes praying for the welfare of the family and to get rid of the evil effects of Rahu and Ketu, as well as from Kaal Sarpa Dosha. Naga Chathurthi and Nag Panchami are celebrated throughout India. But on the day of Nag Panchami, pujas are offered to particular nagas, such as Ananta (also called as Sheshnag-Lord Vishnu rests on him), Vasuki(Lord Shiva carries it around his neck), Padmanabha, Kambala, Shankhapala, Dhartarashtra, Takshaka (King of Nagas), and Kaliya(Lord Krishna dances on him). In the Vedas, many serpent gods have been mentioned. One of the mystifying and remarkable Hindu festivals is of Nagas as Naga Panchami and Naga Chaturthi. We human beings keep worshipping nature for its blessings. Hi all, Indian festivals are so rich, colorful and have significance attached to each one of them.
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