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Ganga Dussehra, 5 June, 2025

Ganga Dussehra, 5 June, 2025
Ganga Dussehra on Thursday, June 5, 2025
Dashami Tithi Begins - 11:54 PM on Jun 04, 2025
Dashami Tithi Ends - 02:15 AM on Jun 06, 2025
Hasta Nakshatra Begins - 03:35 AM on Jun 05, 2025
Hasta Nakshatra Ends - 06:34 AM on Jun 06, 2025
Vyatipata Yoga Begins - 09:14 AM on Jun 05, 2025
Vyatipata Yoga Ends - 10:13 AM on Jun 06, 2025

Celebrating Purity and Divinity: The Auspicious Ganga Dussehra

As the summer sun graces the northern plains of India, a profound spiritual energy envelops the air. This is the time for Ganga Dussehra, a sacred Hindu festival that commemorates the momentous descent of the holy River Ganga from the heavens to Earth. More than just a date on the calendar, Ganga Dussehra is a vibrant celebration of purity, devotion, and the life-giving essence of Mother Ganga.

Observed annually on the Dashami (tenth day) of the Shukla Paksha (waxing moon phase) in the Hindu month of Jyeshtha (which falls on June 5th, 2025, this year), Ganga Dussehra marks the culmination of King Bhagiratha's tireless penance. According to ancient scriptures, King Bhagiratha undertook rigorous austerities for thousands of years to bring the divine river down to Earth to purify the ashes of his ancestors and grant them salvation. Lord Shiva, to mitigate the immense force of the descending Ganga, held her in his matted locks, allowing her to flow gently onto the earthly plane.

The Significance of Ganga Dussehra

The festival holds immense spiritual significance for millions of devotees:

  • Purification of Sins: It is widely believed that taking a holy dip in the Ganga on Ganga Dussehra can cleanse one of ten types of sins – physical, verbal, and mental – accumulated over a lifetime. This act of purification is known as "Ganga Snan."
  • Ancestral Blessings: Performing rituals like tarpan (offering water to ancestors) and charity on this day is believed to bring peace and salvation to departed souls.
  • Abundance and Prosperity: Worshipping Maa Ganga on this auspicious day is said to invite blessings of prosperity, well-being, and protection from negative energies.
  • Gratitude to Nature: Ganga Dussehra also serves as a reminder to respect and protect our natural resources, especially the rivers that sustain life.

How is Ganga Dussehra Celebrated?

The celebrations are a sight to behold, especially along the banks of the Ganga in pilgrimage towns like Haridwar, Varanasi, Rishikesh, and Prayagraj.

  • Holy Dips (Ganga Snan): Devotees flock to the ghats (riverbanks) early in the morning to take a purifying dip in the sacred waters.
  • Ganga Aarti: In the evenings, grand aartis (lamp worship ceremonies) are performed, illuminating the river with countless flickering lamps and resonating with devotional chants. The Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat in Varanasi is particularly renowned.
  • Offerings and Prayers: Flowers, sweets, fruits, and diyas (earthen lamps) are offered to Maa Ganga as a mark of reverence and gratitude.
  • Charity and Donations: Many devotees engage in acts of charity, donating food, clothes, and other essentials to the needy, believing it amplifies the blessings received on this sacred day.

Bringing Maa Ganga's Blessings Home: Brass Idols from Aona India

While a physical visit to the Ganga is deeply transformative, you can also invite the divine energy of Maa Ganga into your home. A beautiful idol of Goddess Ganga can serve as a constant reminder of her purity, grace, and life-giving spirit, allowing you to perform daily prayers and connect with her divine presence.

For those seeking exquisite religious idols, including those of Maa Ganga, Aona India offers a range of beautifully crafted pieces. You can find stunning brass Maa Ganga idols at Aona India, often depicted in her iconic form, sometimes gracefully emerging from the matted locks of Lord Shiva. These brass idols are a testament to traditional Indian craftsmanship, bringing a touch of spiritual elegance to your home altar or sacred space.

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