Mumbai: Ganga Saptami, also known as Ganga Jayanti, holds a revered place in the Hindu calendar. Celebrated to mark the divine descent of the Ganga river from the heavens to Earth, the festival is observed with deep devotion, especially by those who follow Sanatan Dharma. As per ancient scriptures, Goddess Ganga descended to Earth on this day to liberate King Bhagirath’s ancestors and bless humanity with her purifying presence.
Devotees believe that taking a holy dip in the Ganga on Ganga Saptami washes away sins, bestows good health, and brings peace and prosperity. Pilgrimages, special pujas, and acts of charity are carried out with great reverence, particularly along the banks of the Ganga.
When is Ganga Saptami 2025?
According to the Vedic Panchang, Ganga Saptami in 2025 falls on 3 May, Saturday. The Saptami Tithi of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Vaishakh begins at 7:51 AM on 3 May and ends at 7:18 AM on 4 May. As per Udaya Tithi (sunrise-based calendar calculation), the festival will be observed on 3 May 2025.
Ganga Saptami 2025 Shubh Muhurat
On the day of Ganga Saptami, the auspicious time for performing rituals, bathing, and meditation begins at 10:58 AM and ends at 1:38 PM. This gives devotees a window of 2 hours and 40 minutes to perform sacred activities for spiritual merit.
Significance of Ganga Saptami
This day is not just symbolic of the river’s physical presence, but of its divine origin and cosmic purpose. As per Hindu mythology, Ganga’s descent was to help cleanse humanity of sins and grant salvation. Bathing in the Ganga on this day is believed to bring eternal blessings, health, wealth, and freedom from past karmas.
Donating to the poor and needy after ritual baths is another key aspect of the festival, believed to bring Akshay Punya (eternal spiritual merit). Ganga Saptami reinforces the cultural and spiritual significance of rivers in India and encourages harmony with nature.
Ganga Saptami Rituals
- Holy Dip in the Ganga: Taking a sacred bath in the Ganga River is the most important ritual. It is believed to cleanse sins, remove negative karma, and bring peace, health, and spiritual blessings.
- Performing Puja (Worship): Devotees perform special Ganga Puja at temples or riverbanks, offering flowers, incense, diyas (lamps), and chanting mantras dedicated to Goddess Ganga.
- Meditation and Chanting: During the shubh muhurat (10:58 AM to 1:38 PM on May 3rd), devotees engage in meditation, japa (repetitive chanting), and prayers to seek divine blessings.
- Charity and Donations: Donating to the poor and needy after the ritual bath is considered highly auspicious. It is believed to earn Akshay Punya (eternal spiritual merit).
- Offering Arghya to the Sun and River: Devotees offer Arghya (water oblation) to the Sun God and the Ganga, usually during sunrise, to express gratitude and seek good fortune.
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