Dussehra is a Hindu festival marking the triumph of Rama, an avatar of Vishnu, over the 10-headed demon king Ravana, who abducted Rama’s wife, Sita. The holiday thus symbolizes the victory of …

Vijayadashami (Sanskrit: विजयदशमी, romanized: Vijayadaśamī), more commonly known as Dasara, or Dassahra, or Dussehra, [a] and also known as Dashāhra or Dashain in Bhojpuri, Maithili and Nepali, …

Oct 2, 2025 · Dussehra commemorates the deity Lord Ram's victory over the ten-headed demon king Ravan. Across the country, Dussehra is marked with different rituals and traditions, but a common …

Apr 3, 2025 · Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, Dasara, Dashahara, and Dashain, is a major Hindu festival celebrated yearly on the 10th day of the bright half of the Ashwin month per the Hindu …

Oct 10, 2024 · On the streets of India, Dussehra is celebrated by burning fireworks-filled effigies of demon Ravana, symbolizing light’s prevail over darkness. It’s the grand finale event after nine days of...

Feb 9, 2026 · The festival of Dussehra is deeply connected with the nine sacred days of Navratri, culminating on the tenth day known as Vijayadashami or Dussehra. Each day holds unique spiritual …

Dussehra (Vijaya Dashami, Dasara, or Dashain) is a Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil. It is a gazetted holiday in India, which is marked on the 10th day of the bright half (Shukla …

How is Dussehra celebrated across India? Dussehra celebrations vary across regions, including Ramlila performances, effigy burning, Durga Puja, Golu doll setups, and cultural events.

Oct 25, 2024 · Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is celebrated on the tenth day of Ashwin (September–October) according to the Hindu lunar calendar. The festival follows the nine days of …

Oct 2, 2025 · Dussehra, or Vijayadashami, is India's vibrant festival celebrating the triumph of good over evil, rooted in legends of Lord Rama defeating Ravana and Goddess Durga vanquishing Mahishasura.