Bhishma, born as Devavrata, was the son of King Shantanu and Ganga. He was the rightful heir to the throne of Hastinapur.

It is believed that Bhishma, also known as ‘Ganga Putr Bhism’ or ‘Bhishma Pitamaha’ departed from his soul on this chosen day. This occurred during the propitious ‘Uttarayan period’ that is, the ...