Ganga Dussehra is considered to have special religious and spiritual significance in Hindu religion. It is believed that Mother Ganga had descended on earth on the tenth day of Shukla Paksha of Jyeshtha month. That is why this holy day is celebrated with reverence and devotion as Ganga Dussehra and Ganga Avtarana Divas.
According to religious beliefs, bathing in the holy river Ganga on this day destroys all sins and brings happiness, peace and prosperity in life. Also, special importance of charity and charity has been given on this day. It is believed that donations made on the day of Ganga Dussehra give manifold results.
According to pundits, on this day, along with bathing in Ganga, chanting mantras, worshiping and donating food, clothes and water to the needy, it is considered extremely auspicious. Especially worshiping Mother Ganga on this day brings positive energy in life.
The festival of Ganga Dussehra not only gives the message of religious faith but also gives the message of environment and water conservation. This festival inspires people to understand the importance of rivers and water sources and keep them clean.
Importance of Ganga Dussehra
Bathing in river Ganga is considered very sacred. It is a symbol of liberation from sins and attainment of virtue. Charity and service work have special significance. A festival of spiritual purification and positive energy.
It is also mentioned in religious scriptures that any good deed done with devotion on the day of Ganga Dussehra brings happiness, peace and prosperity in a person’s life.
At present people are busy preparing for this holy festival and crowds of devotees are seen at various pilgrimage sites. This day is considered an important confluence of faith, devotion and tradition.