The Devas and other rishis approached Jahnu and begged him to forgive Ganga and
allow Bhageeratha to reap the fruit of his great austerities and perseverance. The sage
relented and let Ganga out through his right ear. The Devas were glad and blessed Ganga
thus: "Coming out of the rishi's body as out of your mother's womb, you are now
Jaahnavi, Jahnu's daughter.
"There was no further hindrance or
mishap and Ganga reached Paataala through the ocean. With the holy waters, Bhageeratha
performed the funeral rites for his arcestors and secured for them their entry to heaven.
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