Nag panchami is one the holy festivals of India. millions of locals celebrate it with festive spirit. It is the festive day when the snake gods are worshipped. It is a celebration paraised all over India with devotion and dedication. Nag Panchami is a proud festival of Hindus observed by the followers of Hinduism. Since the time immemorial, the Vedic philosophy has stressed the significance of worshipping the Supreme Truth in His numerous forms, of whose Nagas being one of the forms. Click here to know more about Nag panchami puja. The Vedic scripture mahabharata mentions the story of Janamejeya whose father king parikshit was killed by snake named Taksaka. Angered, Janamejaya called for the greatest sacrifice which would kill all the snakes acroos the earth. The Sacrificial fire was started and performed by qualified priests and Brahmins.