Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami or Dasara, will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. The Hindu festival marks the victory of good over evil and holds special significance for devotees of Lord Rama and Goddess Durga. While it commemorates Lord Rama's victory over Ravana in the Ramayana, it is also associated with Goddess Durga's triumph over the buffalo demon Mahishasura. The festival is observed with prayers, religious rituals, Ramlila performances and the burning of Ravana effigies in many parts of India. In eastern India, Vijayadashami marks the conclusion of Durga Puja celebrations, while in other regions, it is associated with the return of righteousness and the triumph of virtue over wrongdoing.
Here is everything you need to know about Dussehra 2026, including its date, history, significance and auspicious puja timings.
