Vivah Panchami - 15-June-2026

The Significance of Vivah Panchami

The holy marriage of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita is commemorated by Hindus during the Vivah Panchami festival. The festival is celebrated on the fifth day of the bright fortnight of Margashirsha (November-December). This auspicious day symbolizes the ideal union of dharma and devotion, a deeply important occasion for those who revere Lord Rama and Goddess Sita.

Vivah Panchami, celebrated enthusiastically in Janakpur, Nepal, and regions of India, highlights the importance of marital sanctity, devotion, and upholding virtue.

The Marriage of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita

As the Ramayana recounts, Sita, daughter of King Janaka, was found abandoned as an infant in a furrow during the king’s plowing. A Swayamvar, a competition to find a suitable husband for Sita, was organized by King Janaka; the challenge was to lift and string the great bow of Lord Shiva.

Sita married Lord Rama, an incarnation of Vishnu, after his feat of lifting and breaking the unbreakable bow. Their wedding took place with great festivities, witnessed by gods, sages, and devotees, symbolizing the ideal marital relationship based on love, duty, and devotionTheir wedding, a magnificent spectacle attended by gods, sages, and devotees, exemplified the perfect union of love, duty, and devotion.

The union of Rama and Sita serves as a perfect example of the harmony between dharma and bhakti. It’s a source of inspiration for couples, reminding them to value love, fidelity, and respect within their marriage.

1. Grand Wedding Processions and Rituals

In Janakpur, Nepal (the birthplace of Sita), a grand reenactment of the divine wedding takes place, attracting thousands of devotees.

Temples dedicated to Lord Rama and Goddess Sita perform special pujas, bhajans, and recitations of the Ramayana.

2. Observing Fasting and Devotion

Many devotees observe a fast (vrat) and participate in prayers, seeking blessings for a happy and prosperous married life.

Chanting of Sundarkand and Ramcharitmanas is common in temples and homes.

3. Acts of Charity and Community Feasts

Devotees engage in charity, donating food, clothes, and essentials to the needy.

Many temples organize free community meals (Bhandara) as an offering of love and devotion.

May Lord Rama and Goddess Sita bless all with harmony, love, and happiness! 🙏💛🕉️