Vijayadashami: This page provides information on

This page provides information on Dussehra. Dussehra which is also known as Vijayadashami is one of the most important festivals celebrated across India. Dussehra is also spelled as Dasara. Vijaya Dashami marks the victory of divine power over demoniac forces. It was on this day that Lord Rāma killed the ten-headed Rāvana, who had abducted His wife Sītādevī, hence the name Dashara (दशहरा). It celebrates the day when righteousness triumphed over evil, symbolizing the ultimate victory of good. Rāvana’s ten heads represent ten negative qualities that need to be eliminated, and hence the burning of his effigy signifies the eradication of these negativities within ... Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami , is a widely celebrated festival in India. It falls on the tenth day of Navaratri, a nine-night festival dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga. Dussehra signifies the triumph of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana, as depicted in the epic Ramayana. On this day, the effigies of Ravana, his brothers, and the ten-headed demon king himself are set ablaze in open fields, symbolizing the victory of good over evil. The festival is marked with grand ... Vijayadashami , also known as Dussehra, is a major festival in India representing the victory of good over evil. Celebrated during the month of Ashvin, this festival is deeply rooted in Hindu mythology, particularly through the stories of Goddess Durga and Lord Rama's triumphs. With diverse regional customs, from burning effigies in the North to festive gatherings in the South, Vijayadashami fosters community bonds and cultural pride. The festival encourages introspection and underscores the ...