October

Dussehra (Vijayadashami)

दशहरा (विजयदशमी)
20 October 2026

About this festival

Victory of Lord Rama over Ravana, end of Navratri

रावण पर भगवान राम की विजय, नवरात्रि का अंत

Key significance

  • Ravan effigy burning
  • Durga visarjan
  • victory of good over evil

How to observe

  • Begin the day with sankalp and short prayer.
  • Include: Ravan effigy burning.
  • Include: Durga visarjan.
  • Include: victory of good over evil.
  • Conclude with gratitude, prasad, and positive resolve.

October guidance

Navratri sadhana and victory of dharma.

  • Devi worship and vrat
  • Recitation of stotra/chalisa
  • Celebrate Vijayadashami with resolve

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