Vijayadashami (Dussehra) date and observance details are computed from the BDA Panchang festival endpoint for India standard Panchang reference.
- Main date
- Wednesday, 21 October 2026
- Category
- Navratri
- Deity or focus
- Durga · Rama
10th day of Sharadiya Navratri. Rama's victory over Ravana. Burning of Ravana effigies.
Observed dates in 2026
- Wednesday, 21 October 2026 - Ashwin Shukla Paksha, Tithi 10 (#10 of 30). Sunrise rule: sunrise. Tithi started at 2026-10-20T12:50:56.593272+05:30.
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सामान्य प्रश्न · FAQ
When is Vijayadashami (Dussehra) in 2026?
Vijayadashami (Dussehra) 2026 falls on Wednesday, 21 October 2026 (India Panchang reference, Lahiri).
Which deity is Vijayadashami (Dussehra) dedicated to?
Vijayadashami (Dussehra) is observed for Durga · Rama.
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