Gangajal holds immense significance in India, particularly among Hindus. No religious ritual is considered complete without it. From prayers to funerals, Gangajal is believed to help the soul attain peace.
Pilgrims travel from across the country to sacred sites like Banaras and Haridwar, hoping to wash away their sins in the Ganga.
But now, you no longer need to take a dip in the river to cleanse yourself. Social media is abuzz over a novel product: Gangajal-infused wet wipes.
What Are Gangajal Wipes?
For context, wet wipes are disposable cloth pieces commonly used to clean hands or face, especially while travelling when water isn’t available. However, these new Gangajal wipes offer a spiritual twist. Images of the Hari Darshan brand’s wipes have gone viral online.
The wipes can be purchased both in stores and online. Previously, one had to visit the Ganga to wash away sins, but now the same can supposedly be done from the comfort of home.
A pack of thirty wipes costs around Rs 100, allowing users to symbolically ‘wipe away’ their bad deeds.
Public Reactions On Social Media
Reactions to the Gangajal wipes have been varied. Many users appreciated the idea, while others shared humorous takes, one user even joking that the wipes shouldn’t be thrown away but immersed instead.
Another user questioned whether the Gangajal used comes from Gangotri or Banaras.
Is The Product Real?
Some initially doubted the authenticity of the product, calling it fake. However, it has been officially launched and is available for purchase on Amazon.
