Dussehra 2026 Celebrations: Date, Rituals, Ravan Dahan Timings, and Regional Traditions
Dussehra 2026, also known as Vijayadashami, will be celebrated on October 20 across most of India, marking the victory of good over evil through Lord Rama's defeat of Ravana and Goddess Durga's triumph over Mahishasura. The festival concludes Navratri and includes rituals like Ravan Dahan, performed around sunset during the auspicious Pradosh Kaal. Celebrations vary regionally, with cultural events, prayers, and traditional practices such as Shastra Puja and exchanging Apta leaves. City-wise timings for Ravan Dahan and Vijay Muhurat differ, and devotees are advised to follow local schedules.
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indiatvnews broke this story on 18 Oct, 09:00 am. Other outlets followed.