Ganga Dussehra 2026: Date, Tithi & Significance

Ganga Dussehra 2026 falls on Monday, 25 May 2026. [River worship] Commemorates the descent of the Ganges to Earth Tithi at sunrise: Shukla Paksha Dashami.

  • Monday, 25 May 2026
  • Tithi: Shukla Paksha Dashami
  • Sunrise (New Delhi, India): 05:25 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Ganga Dussehra in 2026?

Ganga Dussehra 2026 falls on Monday, 25 May 2026.

Why is Ganga Dussehra celebrated?

[River worship] Commemorates the descent of the Ganges to Earth

What is the tithi on Ganga Dussehra 2026?

At sunrise in New Delhi, India the tithi is Shukla Paksha Dashami and the nakshatra is Uttara Phalguni.

What are the sunrise and sunset times on Ganga Dussehra 2026?

In New Delhi, India, sunrise is at 05:25 AM and sunset at 07:10 PM. Times differ by city.