Kullu Dussehra Festival Begins After Vijayadashami with Deity Gatherings and Cultural Events
Kullu Dussehra, a week-long festival in Himachal Pradesh starting on Vijayadashami, differs from the rest of India where Dussehra ends with effigy burning. Originating in the 17th century under Raja Jagat Singh, it features over 300 village deities carried to Kullu's Dhalpur ground for rituals and celebrations. The 2024 festival runs from October 21 to 27, including cultural performances by local and international artists. The event highlights religious traditions, local folklore, and community participation without effigy burning.
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indianexpress broke this story on 19 Oct, 01:52 pm. Other outlets followed.