Dussehra (Vijayadashami)
The day after Navratri, marking the victory of Rama over Ravana and of Durga over Mahishasura. Many places hold Ramlila and the burning of Ravana effigies in the evening.
Date
Tuesday, 20 October 2026
Dates follow the calendar most widely used in India. They can differ by a day between regions and countries, so check your own mandir's programme.
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