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Dussehra

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Also known as: Vijayadashami, VijayaDashami

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Dussehra

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Dussehra

Dussehra at a Glance

Dussehra is fixed by the lunar calendar to Ashwin Shukla Dashami, the 10th tithi of the waxing (Shukla) fortnight of Ashwin.

Tithi rule: Ashwin Shukla Dashami (Purnimanta)Shukla Dashami Ashwin month
Tithi swami and group: Yama · Purna Tithi

About Dussehra

Dussehra marks the phenomenal triumph of good over evil. It signifies two massive victories: Lord Rama defeating Ravana, and Goddess Durga annihilating Mahishasura.

Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules

Celebrations range from the immersion of Durga idols to the burning of Ravana effigies.

Step-by-Step Fasting Procedures:

In Bengal, married women perform 'Sindoor Khela' before immersing the Durga idol in the river (Visarjan).
In North India, Ramlila concludes with the burning of towering effigies of Ravana, Kumbhakarna, and Meghanada at sunset.

Dussehra: Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Which tithi is Dussehra observed on?

Ashwin Shukla Dashami; its swami is Yama, a Purna Tithi.

Note: times are shown with their date; a Panchang day runs from sunrise to sunrise.

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