Dussehra / Vijayadashami 2026
दशहरा
🎉 Major Festival
Tuesday, 20 October 2026
🙏 Deity: Lord Rama / Goddess Durga
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179 days away
📖 Significance of Dussehra / Vijayadashami
Celebrates Lord Rama's victory over Ravana (North India) and Goddess Durga's victory over Mahishasura (Bengal). Giant Ravana effigies are burned across North India.
🪔 Rituals & Puja Vidhi
1Ravana effigy burning (Ravan Dahan)
2Durga idol immersion (Bengal)
3Shami tree worship
4Exchanging Shami leaves as gold
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When is Dussehra / Vijayadashami in 2026?
Dussehra / Vijayadashami (दशहरा) falls on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.
What is the significance of Dussehra / Vijayadashami?
Celebrates Lord Rama's victory over Ravana (North India) and Goddess Durga's victory over Mahishasura (Bengal). Giant Ravana effigies are burned across North India.
How to wish someone on Dussehra / Vijayadashami?
You can say “Happy Dussehra” or “Happy Dussehra, दशहरा की शुभकामनाएं”.