Ganga Dussehra 2027
Shukla-paksha Dashami of Jyeshtha — in an Adhika-Jyeshtha year this lands within the SECOND (Adhika) occurrence, not the "next month" (Ashadha) most other Jyeshtha-shukla festivals shift to; verified against the real 2026 date (May 25) landing inside 2026's own Adhika Jyeshtha window.
🕐 Which day and time to celebrate
Good windows use the same rules as the calendar’s Good Windows box — Rahu Kaal, Gulika and Yamaganda are avoided; Brahma Muhurta and Abhijit are excellent; otherwise the Choghadiya decides.
Ganga Dussehra Saturday, 15 May 2027 · best 10:59 pm (+1 day) – 1:35 am 2-day tithi
Shukla-paksha Dashami of Jyeshtha — in an Adhika-Jyeshtha year this lands within the SECOND (Adhika) occurrence, not the "next month" (Ashadha) most other Jyeshtha-shukla festivals shift to; verified against the real 2026 date (May 25) landing inside 2026's own Adhika Jyeshtha window.
Tithi: Dashami — 14 May, 7:39 pm → 15 May, 6:17 pm. The tithi spans two calendar days, so the day matters:
Day chosen: the day the tithi is present at sunrise (Udaya) — the common default for day-time festivals. Windows cover the whole time the tithi is active, day and night; if your family observes this festival at night or at moonrise, use the evening/night windows and check your own tradition.
| Date | Tithi active (IST) | Good windows | Avoid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, 14 May 2027 | 7:39 pm – 5:20 am (+1 day) | ✓ 8:09 pm – 9:28 pm (Good · Labh) ✓ 10:46 pm – 1:24 am (+1 day) (Good · Shubh, Amrit) |
Rahu Kaal 10:24 am–12:05 pm · Yamaganda 5:09 pm–6:50 pm · Gulika 7:02 am–8:43 am |
| Saturday, 15 May 2027 ★ Recommended |
7:39 pm (+1 day) – 3:49 am | ✓ 8:23 pm (+1 day) – 9:41 pm (+1 day) (Good · Labh) ✓ 10:59 pm (+1 day) – 1:35 am (Good · Shubh, Amrit) |
Rahu Kaal 10:35 am–12:17 pm · Yamaganda 5:23 pm–7:05 pm · Gulika 7:11 am–8:53 am |
About Ganga Dussehra
Ganga Dussehra celebrates the descent of the river Ganga from heaven to earth, brought down by the penance of King Bhagiratha.
Tithi rule: Shukla Paksha Dashami of Jyeshtha.
🪔 How it is observed
Devotees take a holy dip in the Ganga (or another sacred river), offer prayers and give charity. The aarti at Haridwar, Varanasi and Prayagraj is especially popular.
Customs vary by region and family — follow your own tradition and your family priest’s guidance.
Upcoming dates
| Date | Tithi (IST) |
|---|---|
| Monday, 25 May 2026 | 25 May, 4:31 am → 26 May, 5:11 am |
| Saturday, 15 May 2027 | 14 May, 7:39 pm → 15 May, 6:17 pm |
Frequently Asked Questions
Ganga Dussehra in 2027 falls on Saturday, 15 May 2027 (tithi: 14 May, 7:39 pm to 15 May, 6:17 pm IST).
In 2027 the tithi touches 2 calendar days. The recommended day is Saturday, 15 May 2027; the table above lists the good windows on each day, avoiding Rahu Kaal, Gulika and Yamaganda. Follow your family tradition if it differs.
Ganga Dussehra celebrates the descent of the river Ganga from heaven to earth, brought down by the penance of King Bhagiratha.