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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Find answers to common questions about the Ganga Aarti, our charitable activities, and how you can get involved. If you have any additional questions, feel free to contact us directly.

The Ganga Aarti is a daily evening ritual of worship and devotion held at Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar, and at other sacred ghats along the River Ganges. It involves chants, hymns, and the lighting of oil lamps.

The Ganga Aarti typically starts around sunset, usually between 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM, depending on the season.

No, the Ganga Aarti is free to attend and open to everyone.However to have personalised pandit ji who will do Pooja for you and your family. We need to book in advance the slots at same day

The ceremony usually lasts for about an hour.

Yes, photography is generally allowed, but it is important to be respectful and not disrupt the ceremony.

It is recommended to wear modest and respectful clothing, as this is a religious ceremony.

Yes, children can attend the Ganga Aarti and often find the ceremony captivating.

Maintain silence during the chants, avoid littering, and be respectful to other participants and the ceremony itself.

Yes, visitors are welcome to join in the chants and offer oil lamps to the river.

You can visit temples like Mansa Devi, Chandi Devi, and Daksha Mahadev, explore local markets, and take a leisurely walk along the ghats.

A Bhandara is a community meal organized to serve food to large groups of people, often as an act of charity or religious devotion.

You can make a donation through our website by filling out the donation form and selecting your preferred payment method.

Donations are used to support those in need by providing essential items such as clothes and food, and to organize Bhandaras, serving meals to devotees attending the Ganga Aarti and to the needy poor people and homeless people resides near by

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Yes, we welcome volunteers. Please contact us through our website or visit our office to learn more about volunteer opportunities.

No, at the moment our organisation is working on to take this is to next level where we would be certified to have tax deductible. Although you will receive receipt in your name where this donation will be utilised. We are trying to initiate a video clips for our donor to see where there funds are utilised

Rishikesh is renowned as the Yoga Capital of the World and is famous for its spiritual significance, yoga ashrams, and the scenic beauty of the Himalayan foothills.

Key attractions include the iconic Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula bridges, Triveni Ghat for the evening Ganga Aarti, various yoga and meditation centers, and adventure activities like white-water rafting and trekking.

Rishikesh offers thrilling activities such as white-water rafting, bungee jumping, rock climbing, trekking, and camping, attracting adventure enthusiasts from around the world.

The best time to visit Rishikesh is from September to November and February to April when the weather is pleasant for outdoor activities and sightseeing.

Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat is a daily ritual where priests perform prayers and light oil lamps, creating a spiritual ambiance along the banks of the Ganges River, considered purifying and auspicious.

Rishikesh is generally considered safe for tourists. However, it’s advisable to take usual precautions and respect local customs and traditions, especially in religious and spiritual sites.

Nearby attractions include the hill station of Mussoorie, the holy town of Haridwar, the Rajaji National Park for wildlife enthusiasts, and the scenic beauty of Devprayag and Shivpuri.

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