Dussehra
October 9 - SATURDAY
Observance: Gazetted Holiday Holiday (India)
"Celebrating good's victory over evil with grand Ravana effigies burning and Ram Lila performances."
A major Hindu festival celebrating the victory of good over evil, marking Lord Rama's triumph over Ravana.
Traditions:
- Burning large effigies of Ravana, Meghnath, and Kumbhakaran
- Performing Ram Lila (dramatic reenactments of Ramayana)
- Worshipping weapons and tools (Ayudha Puja) in South India
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Fun Fact:
In Mysore, the Dasara festival includes a grand royal procession with decorated elephants.