Dussehra 2023

Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami is one of the biggest festivals observed by the Hindu community in the country.

It is celebrated at the end of Navratri, on account of which the date changes every year. Under the Hindu calendar's month of Kartik, this festival will be observed on the 10th day of this month. In 2023 it falls on 24th October.

The Dussehra tithi 2023
Why do we Celebrate in Dussehra?
Dussehra is a Hindu festival that marks the victory of Lord Rama over Ravana. It is also celebrated to mark the victory of Goddess Durga over demon Mahishasur and end of Navratri. Dussehra or Vijyadashami signifies the victory of good over evil and as per the Hindu calendar, it falls on the tenth day of Ashwin or Kartik months.

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Celebrating Dussehra
Dussehra
Dussehra is primarily the celebration of victory of Hindu God Rama over demon Ravana, the king of Lanka. The day is observed with country-wide processions carrying statues of Durga, Saraswati, Ganesha, Lakshmi, and more to nearby rivers or oceans and immersing them.

Also, effigies of Ravana are burned symbolizing the victory of good over evil and celebrations are held by lighting fireworks. Also, Diwali or Deepavali festival preparations are started.

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