Vidyarambham 2023 will be marked on October 24. Also known as Akshara Abhyasam, Vidyarambham is a Hindu initiation ceremony performed before a child begins their formal education. Celebrated on the occasion of Dussehra or Vijaya Dashami, Vidyarambham 2023 is a very important observance in South India, which allows people to enroll their kids on new classes that may pique their interest. As we prepare to celebrate Vidyarambham 2023, here is everything you need to know about this: how to celebrate Vidyarambham, the history of this observance and more.

When is Vidyarambham

Vidyarambham is an amalgamation of two words - Vidya (education) and Arambham (beginning). The name, therefore, literally translates to the auspicious beginning of education or learning. Vidyarambham celebrations are dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, and Vidyarambham 2023 will be celebrated on October 24.

Significance of Vidyarambham

Vidyarambham is celebrated with great fervour and enthusiasm in the South Indian states of Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. The celebration usually commences on the day after Saraswati Puja. In ancient times, after offering prayers to Goddess Saraswati, people in the family often began to seek the formal education of the young ones in the family. It was, therefore, immensely popular for people to begin various classes like classical dances, Carnatic music, arts and theatre classes on the occasion of Vijayadashami.

To celebrate Vidyarambham 2023, people can either enroll officially on a new course that ensures their journey of education continues or appease Goddess Saraswati to seek Her blessings for the continued prosperity and happiness of each and every person. Many people can also identify or vouch to begin new areas of learning in the coming years on the occasion of Vidyarambham.

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