Gangotsav 2025, organized by Sanatani Ganga Foundation, was a grand celebration of Indian culture, spirituality, and artistic heritage held at Kangan Ghat, Patna from 5th June to 16th June 2025, every evening from 6 PM onwards.
The event brought together renowned artists, classical dancers, spiritual leaders, and musicians to honor the sacred river Ganga Maa through Ganga Kala Aarti, devotional performances, and classical dance forms. This spiritual and cultural festival attracted thousands of attendees and created an atmosphere of devotion, joy, and unity.
Gangotsav 2025 Overview
| Feature/Event | Details |
| Location | Kangan Ghat, Patna |
| Dates | 5 June 2025 – 16 June 2025 |
| Time | Daily from 6:00 PM onwards |
| Core Attraction | Ganga Kala Aarti |
| Special Performers | Vidushi Bimla Devi (Akashvani Gayika), Vidushi Surbhi Bose (Sangeet Natak Akademi Awardee) |
| Organizers | Sanatani Ganga Foundation |
| Convenor | Shri Rakesh Kumar |
🎉 Daily Event Highlights – Gangotsav 2025
📅 6 June 2025
- Ganga Kala Aarti (Spiritual & Artistic Invocation)
- Ganga Bhajan – Vidushi Bimla Devi (Akashvani Gayika)
- Bharatnatyam – Vidushi Surbhi Bose (SNA Awardee)
- Samarpan Award Show
📅 7 June 2025
- Ganga Bhajan & Aarti
- Sanskritik Saanj – Group performance by Patna Women College students
- Sufi Kathak – Jannat Anjum (Lucknow)
📅 8 June 2025
- Ganga Kala Aarti
- Abhinay Darshan – Shree Sanjay Channa (Nagpur)
- Lok Nritya & Tandav – Ganga Khushi
- Special Segment – Surbhi Kala Team
- Samarpan Award Show
📅 9 June 2025
- Ganga Bhajan (Spiritual Ensemble)
- Dance Performance – Tripti Kumari (Ranchi)
- Kathak – Ankit Kushwaha (Patna)
📅 10 June 2025
- Ganga Aarti
- Sanskrit Gayan Pratiyogita (Competition)
- Recital – Arun Kumar (Doordarshan, Patna)
📅 11 June 2025
- Ganga Aarti
- Bihar Sanskritik Yatra Performance
- Jannat Anjum Kathak – Lucknow
- Award Segment
📅 12 June 2025
- Ganga Aarti
- Sanskrit Bhajan – Vedic School (New Delhi)
- Chhau Dance – Jharkhand Troupe
📅 13 June 2025
- Ganga Aarti
- Skit – Vikram Betal Presentation (Darbhanga)
- Aarti Nritya – Ganga Khushi
📅 14 June 2025
- Ganga Aarti
- Bhojpuri Folk Dance – Omprakash Singh Group
- Ganga Vandana Dance – Mayapuri Troupe
📅 15 June 2025
- Ganga Aarti
- Classical Group Presentation – Prayagraj Artists
📅 16 June 2025
- Ganga Aarti
- Bhojpuri Dance & Sanskritik Samaroh (Grand Finale)
- Award Distribution Ceremony
🎤 Special Guests and Contributors
- Vidushi Bimla Devi – Akashvani artist, renowned for her soulful bhajans.
- Vidushi Surbhi Bose – Eminent Bharatnatyam dancer, recipient of Sangeet Natak Akademi Award.
- Jannat Anjum – Prominent Kathak performer from Lucknow.
- Ganga Khushi – Known for her classical and fusion presentations.
- Sri Rakesh Kumar – Convenor, Gangotsav
Gangotsav 2025 FAQs
Q1. What is Gangotsav?
Gangotsav is an annual spiritual and cultural event organized by Sanatani Ganga Foundation to honor the holy river Ganga through traditional arts, music, and spiritual rituals.
Q2. When and where was Gangotsav 2025 held?
Gangotsav 2025 was held from 5 June to 16 June 2025, every evening at Kangan Ghat, Patna.
Q3. What were the key attractions of the event?
Major attractions included Ganga Kala Aarti, Bharatnatyam, Kathak, Bhojpuri folk, Sanskrit Gayan, Chhau dance, and a Sanskrit cultural competition.
Q4. Were awards distributed during the event?
Yes, multiple Samarpan Awards were distributed to honor artists and contributors.
Q5. How can one participate in the next Gangotsav?
Participants, artists, and volunteers can connect with Sanatani Ganga Foundation via their official website or upcoming announcements for Gangotsav 2026.
✨ For updates on upcoming events like Gangotsav 2026, Vedic Diwas, and Global Ganga Yatras, follow Sanatani Ganga Foundation on social media or visit the official website.
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