Ganga Saptami Today — Rituals To Follow On This Auspicious Day
Ganga Saptami 2025: Ganga Saptami is dedicated to Mother Ganga which is a significant festival in Hinduism, also known as Ganga Pujan or Ganga Jayanti. According to mythology, it is believed that on this day, the divine river Ganga was reborn. Every year, Ganga Saptami is celebrated on the seventh day of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in the month of Vaishakh.
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Ganga Saptami 2025 Date:
This year, the Saptami Tithi begins on May 3 at 7:51 AM and concludes on May 4 at 7:18 AM. The most auspicious time for worship — the Madhyahna Muhurat — is from 10:58 AM to 1:38 PM, lasting for 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Significance Of The Day:
As per ancient scriptures, Ganga Saptami marks the day when Mother Ganga descended to Earth and merged with Lord Shiva's matted hair. On this sacred day, taking a ritual bath in the Ganga holds immense significance. For those unable to visit the river, it is suggested to add Ganga water to their bathwater at home. Along with this, special prayers and rituals on this day are believed to bring prosperity, blessings, and the removal of negative energy from homes.
Rituals To Observe On Ganga Saptami:
- It is essential to take a holy dip in the Ganga.
- If unable to visit the river, one can add Ganga water to their bath at home.
- Offer prayers and worship to seek Mother Ganga's blessings. It is believed that tasks done on this day are successful when blessed by her.
- If facing financial difficulties, it is believed that Ganga Saptami helps bring prosperity and peace.
- Perform Tarpan (ritual offerings) for ancestors, especially near the banks of the Ganga.
- Daan (charity) on this day is believed to bring positive outcomes.
- A purification ritual using camphor mixed with Ganga water and sprinkled throughout the home is considered to cleanse the house from any negative energies.
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