Pandav Panchami is a Hindu festival that is celebrated on the fifth day (Panchami) of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in the Kartik month of the Hindu calendar. This festival is primarily observed in the Indian states of Maharashtra and some regions of Karnataka.
Pandav Panchami is associated with the Mahabharata, an ancient Indian epic. According to the legend, the Pandavas (Yudhishthira, Bhima, Arjuna, Nakula, and Sahadeva) had spent twelve years in exile and an additional year in incognito. During this period, they lived in the city of Virata, taking up various disguises. On the day of Pandav Panchami, the Pandavas revealed their true identities to the residents of Virata's kingdom.
Devotees mark this occasion by performing rituals and prayers dedicated to the Pandavas. The festival holds cultural and religious significance, and it is a time for people to reflect on the stories and teachings found in the Mahabharata. The specific traditions and customs associated with Pandav Panchami may vary in different regions that observe the festival.
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