Dussehra 2025, also known as Vijayadashami, falls on October 12. It marks the victory of Lord Rama over the ten-headed demon king Ravana. Massive effigies of Ravana, Kumbhakarna, and Meghanada are burnt across North India. In the south, it marks the culmination of Navratri celebrations.
Major Festival
Dussehra / Vijayadashami
दशहरा / विजयादशमी
Thursday, October 2, 2025Ashvina Masa
Significance
Dussehra symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and dharma over adharma. 'Dasha-Hara' means the defeat of the ten-headed Ravana. It is also the day Goddess Durga defeated Mahishasura.
Rituals & Traditions
- Burning effigies of Ravana, Kumbhakarna, and Meghanada
- Performing Ram Leela plays depicting the Ramayana
- Worshipping weapons, tools, and vehicles (Shastra Puja)
- Exchanging Shami leaves as a sign of goodwill
- Starting new learning or ventures (Vidyarambham in South India)
Panchang Details
Tithi
Shukla Dashami
Masa
Ashvina
Paksha
Shukla
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