It is believed in Hindu mythology that the earth rests on a thousand hooded Cobras and therefore it is worshipped for protecting our mother earth. Hundreds of snakes are caught and kept in earthen and jute pots. These snakes are then worshipped followed by folk dance and songs.
Nag Panchami is celebrated during the rainy season. Snake temples and Shiva temples are flooded with people during this festival. Many people consider snake to be sacred in Hindu mythology. Snakes are worshipped since the Vedic age for protecting crops getting damaged by rats.
Snakes during nag Panchami are offered milk and silver jewelries. The day when Lord Krishna defeated the Serpent Kalia is remembered on this festival.
