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Pandit Mohit Tiwari JiVedic Pujan Seva · Ujjain
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Ashwin Shukla Dashami

Dussehra

Vijayadashami, celebrated on Ashwin Shukla Dashami in the afternoon, marks the victory of dharma over adharma, remembered through Ram over Ravana and the Devi over Mahishasura. Shastra pujan and Aparajita pujan are common.

Upcoming dates

  • Sat, 9 October 2027Tentative
  • Wed, 27 September 2028Tentative

Significance

Dussehra is observed in the aparahna of Ashwin Shukla Dashami. It is a day of fresh beginnings: tradition considers it auspicious to start learning, a new craft or a business step. Families worship their tools, books and vehicles in Shastra or Ayudh pujan, and Ravana effigies are burnt in many places as a symbol of ending arrogance.

In Ujjain, the day is also a time of cultural gatherings, and families gather to exchange sweets and greetings. If you are beginning a new venture, a Ganesh or Lakshmi pujan can be performed at this auspicious time, at home or through an online sankalp.

How it is observed

  • Aparajita pujan and Shami pujan in the afternoon
  • Shastra or Ayudh pujan of tools, books and vehicles
  • Watching or taking part in the Ram Leela and Ravana dahan
  • Beginning a new study or craft with a short prayer
  • Exchanging sweets and blessings with elders

Recommended pujans

Pujans devotees often arrange around this festival.

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