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Dussehra 2026 Date And Muhurat: Know Puja Vidhi And Timings
- •Dussehra 2026 will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 20, across most parts of India, while eastern regions like Bengal will observe it on Wednesday, October 21.
- •Dashami Tithi begins at 12:50 pm on October 20 and concludes at 2:11 pm on October 21 based on New Delhi timings.
- •Key rituals include Aparahna Puja from 1:14 pm to 3:30 pm and Vijay Muhurat from 1:59 pm to 2:45 pm on October 20.
- •The festival commemorates the victory of Lord Rama over Ravana and Goddess Durga over Mahishasura, symbolizing good over evil.
- •Devotees perform Aparajita Puja, worship the Shami tree, attend Ramlila, and chant mantras like Om Shri Ramaya Namah for prosperity and courage.
Key Questions Answered
Dussehra 2026 will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 20, in most parts of India. However, some eastern regions like Bengal observe Vijayadashami on Wednesday, October 21, due to differences in regional calendar traditions and the timing of the Dashami Tithi.
According to the Drik Panchang for New Delhi, the Dashami Tithi begins at 12:50 pm on October 20 and ends at 2:11 pm on October 21, 2026. The Vijay Muhurat is scheduled from 1:59 pm to 2:45 pm on October 20.
Devotees begin Dussehra by bathing, wearing clean clothes, and praying to Lord Rama and Goddess Durga. Common rituals include Aparajita Puja, Shami tree worship, and watching Ravana Dahan after sunset. People also chant prayers such as "Om Shri Ramaya Namah" and "Shri Ram Jai Ram Jai Jai Ram" to seek courage and prosperity.
