Dussehra 2023 Date: When is Vijayadashami in 2023?

When is Dussehra 2023: Check Date and Time of Vijayadashami 2023 in India

Dussehra or Vijayadashami fall on the shukla paksha Dashami during the Ashwin lunar month. This year, Vijayadashami (or Dussehra) falls on Tuesday, October 24. The auspicious Puja time spans the Dashami Tithi, commencing on October 23 at 5:45 pm and concluding on October 24 at 3:14 pm.

Although Dussehra is not officially part of the Navratri or Durga Puja festivities, it is intrinsically linked to them. This is because Dussehra follows the day when idols of Goddess Durga are immersed in holy water bodies.

The term ‘Dussehra’ itself signifies the defeat of the ten-headed King Ravana of Lanka, symbolizing the eradication of ten sins. Some of the rituals associated with Dussehra are intended to purge individuals of their ten human weaknesses and negative qualities. Lord Ram and Goddess Aparajita are among the most revered deities worshipped during this festival.

Dussehra or Vijayadashami are observed as mandatory public holidays in India, leading to the closure of all government offices nationwide. It is also a designated bank holiday, resulting in the closure of all public and private banks, allowing people to immerse themselves fully in the festivities and celebrations.

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