Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is one of the most important Hindu festivals, celebrated on the tenth day of the Hindu month of Ashvin (September or October). The name literally means 'tenth-day victory' and celebrates the triumph of Lord Rama over the ten-headed demon king Ravana, as told in the epic Ramayana. The festival marks the culmination of the nine-day Navratri celebration. The most spectacular tradition is the burning of massive effigies of Ravana, his brother Kumbhakarna, and his son Meghanada, symbolizing the destruction of evil. In Delhi and other North Indian cities, these effigies can reach over 100 feet tall and are set ablaze with fireworks to the cheers of thousands. In different parts of India, Dussehra takes on varied forms. In Mysuru (Karnataka), the Mysore Dasara is a grand ten-day celebration featuring a royal procession with a decorated elephant carrying the idol of Goddess Chamundeshwari. In West Bengal, it coincides with Durga Puja, celebrating Goddess Durga's victory over the buffalo demon Mahishasura. In Kullu (Himachal Pradesh), the celebration begins on Dussehra day rather than ending on it.
Dussehra 2027 falls on Saturday, 9 October 2027. Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is one of the most important Hindu festivals, celebrated on the tenth day of the Hindu month of Ashvin (September or October).
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