It marks the divine descent of Goddess Ganga to Earth. Bathing in the holy Ganga river on this day is believed to purify the mind, body, and soul. As per religious beliefs, taking a dip in the Ganga on Ganga Dussehra absolves one from 10 types of sins and leads the devotee on the path of salvation.
Significance and Mythological Legend of Ganga Dussehra
According to ancient texts, King Bhagirath performed intense penance to bring salvation to his ancestors. Pleased with his devotion, Goddess Ganga descended to Earth on this day. Ganga Dussehra is observed on the Dashami Tithi (10th day) of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase) of Jyeshtha month, which falls on June 5, 2025. On this day, Ganga ghats across the country are filled with devotees who bathe in the holy river and perform worship rituals.
What to Do on Ganga Dussehra?
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Take a holy dip in the Ganga to achieve physical, mental, and spiritual purification.
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Immerse yourself in the river ten times to honor the ten sins.
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Perform prayers, havan (sacred fire rituals), and charitable acts.
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Conduct religious ceremonies for the well-being of your family and society.
How to Attain Freedom from 10 Types of Sins on Ganga Dussehra?
According to scriptures, human sins are categorized into three types – physical (KÄyik), verbal (VÄchik), and mental (MÄnasik). Taking a dip in the Ganga on Ganga Dussehra can free a person from these ten sins:
Physical Sins (KÄyik PÄpa)
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Stealing or taking something without permission
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Committing violence
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Adultery
Verbal Sins (VÄchik PÄpa)
4. Speaking inappropriately
5. Telling lies
6. Gossiping
7. Slandering others
Mental Sins (MÄnasik PÄpa)
8. Wishing harm upon others
9. Desiring to usurp someone’s wealth
10. Mentally participating in falsehood
When is Ganga Dussehra in 2025?
According to the Vedic calendar, the Dashami Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Jyeshtha begins on June 4 at 11:54 PM and ends on June 6 at 2:15 AM. Therefore, Ganga Dussehra will be celebrated on June 5, 2025.
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