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Celebrating Vijayadashami 2024: A Festival of Victory and Joy
Mark Your Calendar: Dussehra Date in 2024
Vijayadashami, widely celebrated as Dussehra, is a significant festival in India that marks the victory of good over evil. In 2024, this vibrant celebration falls on Saturday, October 12. The Dashami Tithi begins at 10:58 AM on the same day and concludes at 09:08 AM on October 13.
The Mythological Roots of Vijayadashami
The festival is steeped in rich mythology, commemorating two pivotal events: Lord Rama's triumph over the demon king Ravana and Goddess Durga’s victory against the buffalo demon Mahishasura. These narratives symbolize the eternal struggle between righteousness and malevolence, inspiring devotion and celebration across the nation.
Diverse Celebrations Across India
Vijayadashami is celebrated in unique ways throughout India. In northern states, effigies of Ravana and his kin are burned, accompanied by vibrant Ramlila performances. In the east, the immersion of Goddess Durga’s idols marks the festival's conclusion. Southern traditions include Ayudha Puja, where tools and books are worshipped, while Maharashtra honors the Shami tree as a symbol of victory.
As festivities unfold, communities come together, embracing values of courage and harmony.
Celebrate Vijayadashami with joy and unity, as the flames and fireworks herald the approach of Diwali!
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