Mumbai: Vivah Panchami celebrates the wedding of Lord Ram and Goddess Sita. It is an important day in Hindu tradition. The festival takes place on the fifth day of the waxing moon in the month of Margashirsha. This year, it falls on December 6. People celebrate with prayers, music, and joy, especially in Ayodhya and Janakpur.
Even though the festival honours a wedding, couples avoid getting married on this day. The story of Ram and Sita explains why. Soon after their marriage, Ram was sent to exile for 14 years. Sita left her royal life and joined her husband.
During their time in the forest, Sita was kidnapped by Ravana. This led to a great battle to bring her back. After her rescue, Sita faced many more challenges. She had to prove her purity and was later separated from Ram due to societal pressures. Out of respect for their struggles, people believe marriages on this day might bring hardships.
How Vivah Panchami Is Celebrated
The festival is filled with devotion and happiness. Temples are decorated with flowers and lights. Devotees gather to sing bhajans and offer prayers. In Ayodhya and Janakpur, people perform Ramlila, a play showing the wedding of Ram and Sita. These plays are colourful and full of music and dance.
Families also celebrate at home. They pray, prepare special meals, and tell stories from the Ramayana. It is a day to remember Ram and Sita’s love and sacrifice.
What Vivah Panchami Teaches
Vivah Panchami teaches us about devotion and strength in relationships. Ram and Sita’s story shows that love is not always easy. It takes sacrifice and courage. The festival reminds us to respect these values.
By celebrating Vivah Panchami, people honour the love and trials of Ram and Sita. It is a day to reflect on their legacy and the lessons they leave behind.
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