Ganga Saptami 2024
Date and Time: Ganga Saptami in 2024 falls on May 14th, starting at 02:50 AM and ending on May 15th at 04:19 AM.
Celebration Significance: It’s a big deal for Hindus, especially those who see the Ganges as a goddess.
Blessings and Purification: People believe that doing rituals on this day brings blessings and cleanses them spiritually.
Gratitude to Ganga: It’s a time to say “thank you” to the Ganges for its life-giving properties and spiritual importance.
Rituals: People often take a dip in the river, offer prayers, and hold puja ceremonies.
Jahnu Saptami: Also known as Jahnu Saptami, it’s a day to honor the goddess Ganga.
Special Puja: Especially in places like Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Allahabad, where devotees organize special puja ceremonies on the riverbanks.
Aarti and Diyas: In the evening, they light up the ghats with lots of diyas and perform aarti, adding to the festive vibe.
Ganga’s Holiness: The Ganges is considered the holiest river in India, and bathing in it is believed to wash away sins and negative energies.
Community Celebration: It’s not just about individual devotion; the whole community comes together with happiness and enthusiasm to celebrate this special day.
Reminder to Protect Nature: Ganga Saptami also serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving our natural resources, especially water bodies like the Ganges.
