Vijayadashami 2025: Know Dussehra Date, Timings, Rituals & Ravana Dahan
Annanya Gupta | Oct 01, 2025, 15:37 IST
Dussehra 2025 date and festive calendar
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Dussehra 2025, falling on October 1, is celebrated as Vijayadashami across India with devotion and joy. The day marks Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana, symbolized through Ravana Dahan. Rituals such as Shami Puja, Aparajita Puja, and Seema Avalanghan are performed. The Vijay Muhurat is considered highly auspicious. Across states, Ram Leela performances, Durga Puja, and Navratri mark the festive season. People also exchange greetings and check the Dussehra 2026 date for upcoming celebrations.
Dussehra is on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. The Hindu calendar shows Dashami Tithi begins Wednesday morning and continues into Thursday. Most families celebrate Wednesday evening when Ravan's giant effigies go up in flames across India.
Vijay Muhurat marks the most powerful time for worship and new beginnings on Dussehra. Priests recommend this window for burning Ravan statues and starting important work. Families send Happy Dussehra 2025 messages through WhatsApp and social media to share blessings with loved ones.
Dussehra goes beyond street fairs and sweet shops. Three main rituals happen nationwide: Shami Puja, Aparajita Puja and Seema Avalanghan. Each ritual brings specific benefits like protection, courage and money success while removing blocks in your path.
Delhi and Varanasi stage Ram Leela plays every night before Dussehra. Crowds pack the grounds for Ravana Dahan when the demon king's massive effigy bursts into flames and firecrackers. Children climb on their father's shoulders for the best view of sparks flying into the night sky.
Mysuru brings out its famous royal parade with painted elephants. The palace glows with thousands of bulbs that turn the building into a jewel box. Music performances and dance shows run from morning until late evening.
Kolkata combines Dussehra with Durga Puja and turns into one giant party. Artists build creative pandals (temporary temples) while food carts serve hot samosas and jalebis to crowds moving between displays. The peak moment comes during evening prayers when thousands gather for aarti.
These different styles prove how Dussehra unites India through shared faith and victory despite unique local traditions.
Dussehra 2025 brings a day off work but also reminds everyone that truth wins in the end. Whether you watch grand parades, join community events or pray quietly at home, the Vijayadashami message keeps inspiring each generation.
The festival teaches that good beats evil when you stick to your values. Ravan's ten heads stand for ten negative traits everyone fights inside themselves. Watching his effigy burn means destroying those harmful qualities in your own mind.
Your celebration choice matters less than grasping this core idea about picking right over wrong in daily choices. The festival energy helps you renew your promise to live by dharma principles through the coming year.
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Vijay Muhurat : The Victory Hour
Vijay Muhurat and rituals for Dussehra 2025
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Vijay Muhurat marks the most powerful time for worship and new beginnings on Dussehra. Priests recommend this window for burning Ravan statues and starting important work. Families send Happy Dussehra 2025 messages through WhatsApp and social media to share blessings with loved ones.
Sacred Rituals That Bring Blessings
Dashami Tithi
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Dussehra goes beyond street fairs and sweet shops. Three main rituals happen nationwide: Shami Puja, Aparajita Puja and Seema Avalanghan. Each ritual brings specific benefits like protection, courage and money success while removing blocks in your path.
What people do:
- Exchange Shami tree leaves with neighbors for good luck
- Pray to Goddess Aparajita to clear obstacles
- Perform the border crossing ritual showing victory over limits
- Immerse Durga idols in rivers to honor life's natural cycle
City-by-City Celebrations
Effigies of Ravana being prepared ahead
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Delhi and Varanasi stage Ram Leela plays every night before Dussehra. Crowds pack the grounds for Ravana Dahan when the demon king's massive effigy bursts into flames and firecrackers. Children climb on their father's shoulders for the best view of sparks flying into the night sky.
Mysuru brings out its famous royal parade with painted elephants. The palace glows with thousands of bulbs that turn the building into a jewel box. Music performances and dance shows run from morning until late evening.
Kolkata combines Dussehra with Durga Puja and turns into one giant party. Artists build creative pandals (temporary temples) while food carts serve hot samosas and jalebis to crowds moving between displays. The peak moment comes during evening prayers when thousands gather for aarti.
These different styles prove how Dussehra unites India through shared faith and victory despite unique local traditions.
The Real Meaning Behind the Fire
The festival teaches that good beats evil when you stick to your values. Ravan's ten heads stand for ten negative traits everyone fights inside themselves. Watching his effigy burn means destroying those harmful qualities in your own mind.
Your celebration choice matters less than grasping this core idea about picking right over wrong in daily choices. The festival energy helps you renew your promise to live by dharma principles through the coming year.
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