Ratha Katha Anukula and Saraswati Puja
11 February 2027 · Vasant Panchami — Saraswati Puja celebrates the goddess of knowledge and arts. Ratha Katha Anukula marks the auspicious storytelling ceremonies associated with the new Rath Yatra cycle.
About This Event
Festival overview
Vasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja) is celebrated on the fifth day of Magha — the first day of spring. Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, wisdom, music, and the arts, is worshipped with yellow flowers, books, musical instruments, and special offerings. Students and artists seek her blessings for learning and creative ability. Yellow — the colour of mustard flowers in full bloom — is the colour of the day.
Ratha Katha Anukula is an auspicious ceremony associated with the planning and storytelling of the upcoming Ratha Jatra cycle — prayers and rituals seeking divine sanction for the chariot festival preparations to begin.
Date
11 February 2027
Location
Shree Jagannatha Temple Sydney, Castle Hill
Event timings
Detailed timings will be announced soon.
Schedule