Religious Fervor Peaks in Uttar Pradesh as Third Monday of Shravan Aligns with Nag Panchami

Uttar Pradesh’s spiritual calendar marked a rare alignment on August 17 when the third Monday of Shravan coincided with Nag Panchami. The confluence attracted a massive influx of pilgrims to both Prayagraj and Ayodhya. In Prayagraj, the riverfront was dotted with makeshift stalls selling prasad, while volunteers assisted the elderly in reaching the ghats. In Ayodhya, the Siddharthnagar crowd assembled at the historic Nageshwar Nath shrine, performing jal‑abhishek with devotion. Participants recounted that the combined observance amplified the auspiciousness of the day, promising greater spiritual merit and relief from ailments associated with serpent‑related doshas.