Ganga Dussehra
MarathiAlso known as: Ganga Jayanti, Ganga Avataran
Ganga Dussehra
About Ganga Dussehra
Ganga Dussehra celebrates the descent of the river Ganges from heaven to earth. It falls on the tenth day (Dashami) of the bright fortnight in Jyeshtha (May-June).
Devotees observe fasting and take holy dips in rivers. The day is considered highly auspicious for spiritual purification.
In Maharashtra, temples hold special ceremonies and devotees gather at riverbanks for prayers.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees observe fasting and take holy dips in rivers on Ganga Dussehra.
- Wake up early and take a ritual bath in a river.
- Observe fasting or eat sattvic food.
- Offer prayers and arghya to the river Ganges.
- Distribute food and clothes to the needy.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Ganga Dussehra celebrates the descent of the sacred river Ganges from heaven. Taking a holy dip on this day is believed to cleanse ten types of sins.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
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