Dussehra is considered a symbol of victory of good over evil. According to the Hindu calendar, Dussehra is celebrated on the tenth day of Shukla Paksha of Ashwin month, exactly 20 days before Diwali. Dussehra is considered one of the holiest days of the year. This day is best for starting any new work.
When is Dussehra 2021?
The festival of Dussehra will be celebrated on Friday, October 15 this year. According to religious beliefs, Mahishasura was killed by Maa Durga. Hence it is also celebrated as Vijaya Dashami.
Vijaya Dashami auspicious time-
On the day of Vijaya Dashami on October 15, Vijay Muhurta is from 2:1 pm to 2:47 pm. The total duration of this Muhurta is 46 minutes. In the afternoon, the auspicious time of worship is from 1.15 pm to 3.33 pm.
These auspicious works are done on this day-
On this day Lord Shri Ram, Durgaji, Lakshmi, Saraswati, Ganesh and Hanuman ji are worshipped and wished for good luck to all. It is considered auspicious to recite Ramayana text, Shri Ram Raksha Stotra, Sundarkand etc. on Vijayadashami for the fulfilment of all wishes.
