Vijayadashami and Dussehra update 2026 : Vijayadashami and Dussehra, which marks the triumph of good over evil.

Vijayadashami and Dussehra update 2026 : 

Published by: Greatfuture Info 

In Brief : It is one of the most widely celebrated Hindu festivals, with processions, prayers and the ceremonial burning of giant effigies to symbolise the triumph of good over evil.

New Delhi, October 20:

 The festival of Vijayadashami and Dussehra, which marks the triumph of good over evil, will be celebrated across the nation today.

It is one of the most widely celebrated Hindu festivals, with processions, prayers and the ceremonial burning of giant effigies to symbolise the triumph of good over evil.

The ceremonial Ravana Dahan, or burning of effigies of Ravana, Kumbhakarna, and Meghanada, also takes place today. In the National Capital, effigies of Ravana, Kumbhkarna and Meghnad will be burnt at different places.

People also perform Ayudha Puja to bless their tools of trade and books, treating it as an incredibly auspicious time to start new businesses, education, or creative ventures... 

The festival marks the end of the nine-day Navratri and Durga Puja celebrations while setting up the excitement for Diwali ahead.

The festival is celebrated with different rituals and traditions across different parts of the country but with grand celebrations everywhere. 

In West Bengal, Dussehra is celebrated as Vijayadashami, concluding the grand Durga Puja festivities with the immersion of Goddess Durga's idols. caption: Children carry effigies of Ravana purchased for Ravana Dahan, in Meerut.

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