गंगा दशहरा वाराणसी 2026: घाटों पर उत्सव और अनुष्ठान
Ganga Dussehra Varanasi 2026: Ghats Celebrations & Rituals
Ganga Dussehra Varanasi 2026
Mark the descent of the Ganga with rituals across Varanasi ghats.
Ganga Dussehra celebrates the river’s arrival on earth. Devotees gather at Dashashwamedh, Assi and Rajendra Prasad Ghats for aarti, dips and offerings. The 2026 dates fall in early June, aligning with Jyeshtha Shukla Dashami.
At a Glance
Where to Witness the Festivities
Key ghats and neighbourhoods host distinct rituals.
Dashashwamedh Ghat
Grand evening aarti and mass Ganga snan draw thousands.
Assi Ghat
Quiet dawn rituals and student processions from nearby BHU.
Manikarnika Ghat
Special tarpan and ancestral offerings at the cremation site.
Rajendra Prasad Ghat
Boat processions and cultural programmes after sunset.
Celebration Steps
Early Morning Snan
Devotees bathe at Assi or Dashashwamedh before sunrise.
Offerings & Aarti
Flowers, lamps and incense are floated on the river.
Procession
Groups walk between ghats chanting Ganga hymns.
Evening Aarti
Full Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh concludes the day.
Tips from people who live here
Best time
Reach ghats by 5 am for snan and stay till the evening aarti.
How to reach
Walk from Assi to Dashashwamedh or take a shared boat along the riverfront.
What to bring
Light cotton clothes, a small diya, flowers and water bottle.
Crowd note
Expect heavy footfall at Dashashwamedh; start early from Lanka or Bhelupur.
Frequently asked questions
When is Ganga Dussehra 2026?
The festival falls on Jyeshtha Shukla Dashami, expected in the first week of June 2026.
Which ghat is best for first-timers?
Dashashwamedh offers the most organised aarti and easy access from the old city.
Can tourists take part in the rituals?
Yes, respectful participation in the communal snan and aarti is welcomed at most ghats.
Is photography allowed?
Non-flash photography is permitted except near cremation areas at Manikarnika.
Are there any restrictions?
Avoid plastic offerings; use only natural flowers and biodegradable diyas.