DUSSEHRA (VIJAYADASHAMI)
(photo credit to freeImages) Dussehra Festival Celebrating the Victory of Good over Evil Dussehra also known as Vijayadashami is a prominent Hindu (Indian)celebration marked with great enthusiasm in India and several other nations. It signifies the conquest of good over evil and is observed on the tenth day of the Hindu calendar Ashwin month typically falling in September or October. Dussehra holds immense cultural and religious significance and sees diverse celebrations across regions. Let's delve into the historical roots customs and the importance of this lively festival. The Mythical Significance Dussehra's essence revolves around the Hindu epic the Ramayana signifying the triumph of righteousness over malevolence. According to the epic Lord Rama accompanied by his loyal companions like Hanuman and Lakshmana waged a fierce battle against the demon king Ravana to rescue his abducted wife Sita. The epic encounter concluded on the tenth day w...