Dussehra 2022: One of the most anticipated festival of the year, Dussehra, also known as Vijaydashmi, is just around the corner and is widely observed in India. The buffalo demon Mahishasura was defeated by Goddess Durga on this day, while, Lord Rama defeated Ravana. That is why, it is considered as a day of victory of good over evil.
On this day, fireworks are used to burn the effigies of Ravana, his brother Kumbhakaran, and his son Meghnath across the nation as a representation of the darkness being dispelled by light. Stages for Ramlila are planned across the nation for 10 days and are based on the Ramayan and Ramcharitmanas. Dussehra 2022 is on 5th of October.
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After Dussehra is observed, it is said that feelings of ego and greed go from the brain. The commencement of Diwali, one of the most significant and auspicious festival, coincides with the celebration of Dussehra. Additionally, it represents Lord Rama’s return to his home after a 14-year exile, which occurs 20 days later.
Due of the numerous myths associated with Dussehra, the holiday is observed in various ways throughout India. Although it goes by numerous names, the triumph of virtue over evil is still at its core. Additionally, it denotes the end of evil and negativity within us and the beginning of fresh beginnings.
Why is Dussehra celebrated?
There are two legends associated with the celebration of Dussehra
1. Lord Rama defeats Ravana
The ten-headed Ravana, king of Lanka, is thought to have been defeated on this day by Lord Ram, the eighth manifestation of Lord Vishnu. Ravana had kidnapped Lord Ram’s wife Sita and taken her to his kingdom where he held her captive. The scriptures claim that before Lord Rama travelled to Lanka to retrieve Sita, along with his brother Laxman and an army that included his follower Hanuman, he worshipped Goddess Durga and received her blessings. Then, on the tenth day, following nine days of intense combat, Lord Rama succeeded in killing Ravana. The day has been commemorated as Dussehra ever since.
2. Goddess Durga defeats Mahishashura
On this day, Goddess Durga is said to have killed the monster Mahishasura and safeguarded the world. Mahishasura was blessed by lord Brahma that no god or mortal could kill him.
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By abusing his power, he began to sow panic both in heaven and on earth. All the gods came to Lord Vishnu for assistance after he overcame Indra. The demon had the blessing that no man or god could kill him, so Lord Vishnu, Shiva, and Brahma pooled their forces to create Durga—the embodiment of Goddess Parvati—to slay Mahishashura.
Dusshera Celebration
People in Gujarat perform Garba, the state’s well-known folk dance, wear brightly coloured clothing, play the dandiya instrument, and worship Goddess Durga. To commemorate the victory of Goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasur, Bengalis celebrate the occasion with a Durga puja. The Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh’s state government has designated the festival as an international celebration. While, Ramlila is organised across various states such as Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan.
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