When is Ganga Saptami?
Ganga Saptami in 2027 falls on May 12, 2027, Wednesday. It is observed at midday on the Saptami tithi of the Shukla paksha of Vaishakh month.
Ganga Saptami: date and time
| Year | Date | Tithi (Shukla Saptami) | Puja time (New Delhi) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | May 12, 2027, Wednesday | 1:24 am, May 12 to 11:14 pm, May 12 | Madhyahna (midday): 10:56 am to 1:38 pm |
The day Maa Ganga appeared again. Its puja is done at midday (madhyahna), so the day is chosen whose midday has this tithi.
Significance of Ganga Saptami
Where it is celebrated: all over India, especially Haridwar, Prayagraj and Varanasi
According to the katha, the strong current of Ganga ji washed away the ashram of Rishi Jahnu, so he drank up the Ganga. At Bhagirath's prayer, he released the Ganga again from his ear on this day. That is why the Ganga is also called 'Jahnavi'.
Ganga Saptami puja vidhi
- Bathe in the Ganga, or add Gangajal to your bathing water.
- Do the aarti of Maa Ganga and offer deepdaan.
- Give daan (charity).
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Frequently asked questions
When is Ganga Saptami 2027?
Ganga Saptami in 2027 falls on May 12, 2027, Wednesday. It is observed at midday on the Saptami tithi of the Shukla paksha of Vaishakh month.
On which tithi is Ganga Saptami celebrated?
Vaishakh month, Shukla paksha, Saptami. Its puja is done at midday (madhyahna), so the day is chosen whose midday has this tithi.
What is the significance of Ganga Saptami?
The day Maa Ganga appeared again.
What is the difference between Ganga Saptami and Ganga Dussehra?
On Ganga Saptami the Ganga appeared again from Rishi Jahnu's ear, and on Ganga Dussehra she descended to earth.
Ganga Saptami 2027 date?
Ganga Saptami 2027: Wednesday, May 12, 2027.