'Gaja' means 'elephant' and 'karani' means 'action'.
This kriya imitates the elephant as it flushes water from its trunk.
Preparations:
- This kriya should be practiced on an empty stomach, early in the morning
- Boil three to four liters of water and cool it until it becomes lukewarm
- Add one or two spoonfuls of salt per liter
- Fingernails should be cut and cleaned
