Jal Yatra - Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav - Lord Shiv with Goddess Ganga

Puzzle cube mosaic of Lord Shiv with Goddess Ganga

Jal Yatra – Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav is a tribute to India’s rich water heritage and its significance in the country’s cultural and spiritual traditions. As part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav celebrations, it highlights the importance of water conservation, the sanctity of rivers, and the role of water in India’s freedom struggle and civilization.

In Hindu mythology, Lord Shiva and Goddess Ganga share a profound connection. According to legends, the sacred river Ganga descended from heaven to Earth through Shiva’s matted locks to prevent its immense force from destroying the world. This event symbolizes the purification and sustenance of life. Shiva, also called Gangadhar, holds the Ganga in his hair, signifying his role as the protector and controller of cosmic energies. The Ganga is revered as a goddess, embodying purity, wisdom, and salvation.

The Jal Yatra aligns with this spiritual essence, promoting reverence for water bodies and encouraging sustainable practices to preserve them for future generations.