Nag Panchami Significance: Nag Panchami is a very important and auspicious festival of Hinduism, which is celebrated every year on the Panchami Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Shravan month with great reverence and devotion. According to the Panchang, this year this festival will be celebrated on 29th July. This day is specially dedicated to the worship of the snake deity, from whom happiness, peace, health, prosperity, and freedom from fear are wished in life. The festival of Nag Panchami is not only important from a religious point of view, but it is also a medium to express respect and gratitude towards nature and animals.

Many traditions and rituals are followed on this day, which have been going on for centuries. One of the major beliefs among these is that items made of iron should not be used on the day of Nag Panchami. There is a deep religious and cultural reason behind this rule, which not only maintains the sanctity of worship but is also associated with the wish for the happiness and blessings of the snake deities. Let us know why it is believed that the use of iron items is forbidden on this holy day, and what the religious and scientific reasons are behind it.
Why is the use of iron forbidden on Nag Panchami?
In Hinduism, the use of iron items is forbidden on the day of Nag Panchami, especially tawa, knife, scissors, and iron utensils. There are religious and astrological reasons behind this, which are considered important to maintain the sanctity of this day.
Relation between tawa and Rahu planet
Traditionally, the tawa is considered a symbol of the planet Rahu. Rahu is a shadow planet that can bring unrest, diseases, and obstacles in life. Using an iron tawa or other iron items on the day of Nag Panchami can increase the negative energy of Rahu, which can lead to problems like Kalsarpa Yoga or Rahu Dosh. Since Rahu is also considered a symbol of a snake, disregarding it on this day can bring difficulties in life.
Astrological perspective
In astrology, iron is associated with the planets Saturn and Rahu. When Rahu is under the influence of Saturn, it can bring mental stress, failure, and tension in family relationships. Therefore, it is considered auspicious to stay away from iron on a holy day like Nag Panchami so that peace is maintained.
Rural and traditional beliefs
In rural areas and traditional families, rotis are not made on the pan on the day of Nag Panchami, and the use of iron utensils is avoided. On this day, earthen or copper utensils are used more, so that the purity and auspiciousness of the puja is maintained.

What to do if iron is used even by mistake?
If iron is used by mistake on the day of Nag Panchami, then one should immediately pray for forgiveness from the snake god. Along with this, chanting the Nag Stotra or “Om Namah Nagdevataay” mantra in the evening can remove the defect and maintain peace.
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