{"id":77807,"date":"2025-09-25T10:57:11","date_gmt":"2025-09-25T05:27:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/instaastro.com\/blog\/?p=77807"},"modified":"2026-09-25T13:24:07","modified_gmt":"2026-09-25T07:54:07","slug":"dussehra-festival-date","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/instaastro.com\/blog\/dussehra-festival-date\/","title":{"rendered":"Dussehra 2026: Rituals &#038; Astrological Tips That Bring Prosperity"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">Dussehra 2026 is a major Hindu festival celebrating the victory of good over evil. Also known as Vijayadashami, this year it falls on <strong>October 20, 2026<\/strong>. The festival marks Lord Rama&#8217;s defeat of the demon king Ravana, and also the end of the nine-day Navratri festival. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/instaastro.app.link\/dV9EUvg5Zub\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-55380 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cfblog.instaastro.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/13133048\/2-4-300x103.jpg\" alt=\"English CTR\" width=\"804\" height=\"276\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cfblog.instaastro.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/13133048\/2-4-300x103.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cfblog.instaastro.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/13133048\/2-4-150x51.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cfblog.instaastro.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/13133048\/2-4.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 804px) 100vw, 804px\" \/><\/b><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 18pt;\"><b>When is Dussehra 2026?\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">Dussehra is celebrated on the tenth day of the Ashwin month\u2019s Shukla Paksha (Hindu lunar calendar). In 2026, Dussehra will be celebrated on <strong>Tuesday, October 20<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">So, here is a quick look at the Dussehra 2026 start date and end date and key timings:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><b>Key Dussehra 2026 Events\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><b>Date\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><b>Timings<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><b>Dashami Tithi Begins<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\">October 20, 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\">12:50 PM<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><b>Dashami Tithi Ends<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\">October 21, 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\">02:11 PM<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><b>Vijay Muhurat\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\">October 20, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\">Varies by location\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><b>Aparahna Puja Time\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\">October 20, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\">Varies by location<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><b>Astro Tip: <\/b>Our astrologers suggest performing rituals and beginning new ventures during the Vijay Muhurat. Many people consider this time favourable for starting important work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong>Also Read: <span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/instaastro.com\/blog\/lord-shri-ram-horoscope\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lord Shri Ram Horoscope Based On His Kundli<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 18pt;\"><b>Why is Dussehra Celebrated?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">The significance of Vijayadasham or Dasara festival 2026 remains the same: the victory of Dharma(good) over Adharma (evil). The day marks two great victories:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><b>Lord Rama&#8217;s Victory:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This day remembers when <\/span>Lord Rama defeated the demon king Ravana<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This shows how <\/span><b>right and good win over ego and evil<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><b>Goddess Durga&#8217;s Victory:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It also marks the end of the 9-day Navratri festival, celebrating Goddess Durga&#8217;s victory over the demon Mahishasura.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 18pt;\"><b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-96321 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cfblog.instaastro.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/25145008\/dussehra-300x265.webp\" alt=\"Dussehra 2025\" width=\"665\" height=\"587\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cfblog.instaastro.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/25145008\/dussehra-300x265.webp 300w, https:\/\/cfblog.instaastro.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/25145008\/dussehra-768x679.webp 768w, https:\/\/cfblog.instaastro.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/25145008\/dussehra-150x133.webp 150w, https:\/\/cfblog.instaastro.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/25145008\/dussehra.webp 950w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 18pt;\"><b>Astrological Significance of Dussehra 2026\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The festival of Dasara also holds great significance in astrology. Astrologers say the most crucial astrological timing on this day is the <\/span><b>&#8220;Vijay Muhurta&#8221;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Astrologers consider this period favourable for <strong>new ventures and important decisions<\/strong> and believe it can bring success and prosperity.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moreover, Dussehra 2026 falls under <\/span><b>Shravana Nakshatra<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which is considered auspicious for knowledge, learning, and progress in Vedic astrology. Performing rituals during this nakshatra is believed to <strong>bring blessings, good fortune, and success.<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Also, <span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/instaastro.com\/mantras\/ram\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chant Shri Ram Mantra &amp; Fulfill Your Desires<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong>Important Rituals to Follow During Dussehra\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">Dussehra rituals celebrate Lord Rama\u2019s victory over Ravana and Goddess Durga\u2019s victory over Mahishasura. So, here are some common Dussehra auspicious rituals followed on this day.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 14pt;\"><b>1. Ramlila Performances\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 14pt;\">Ramlila performances depict Lord Rama\u2019s journey, from his birth to the legendary battle with the demon Ravana. Lastly, the <strong>burning of the models of Ravana, Meghanada, and\u00a0<\/strong><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Kumbhakarna<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"> puts<\/span><\/span>\u00a0an end to the Ramlila performances.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 14pt;\"><b>2. Aparajita Puja\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This important prayer is done during the Aparahna time. You can pray to a picture or statue of <\/span><b>Goddess Aparajita<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (the one who can&#8217;t be defeated) to ask for her blessings to win in all your efforts. This prayer is specially done to ensure <\/span><b>success against your rivals<\/b> and challenges.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 14pt;\"><b>3. Shastra Puja (Ayudha Puja)\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The word \u2018Ayudha\u2019 is derived from a Sanskrit word that means<strong> \u2018weapon\u2019<\/strong>.This ritual involves worshipping your <\/span><b>tools, vehicles, and even books<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It is mainly celebrated in states such as Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><b>How to Perform:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Clean and polish your tools, machinery, vehicles, and books. Also, apply a tilak of kumkum and turmeric and offer flowers, rice, and water. If we go by popular beliefs, doing this brings prosperity, abundance and happiness into our lives.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Also, <span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/instaastro.com\/1000-names-of-deities\/rama\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chant 1000 Names Of Lord Ram &amp; Gain Blessings<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 14pt;\"><b>4. Durga Pooja\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 14pt;\">In the Eastern parts, such as Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal, people worship Maa Durga with pure devotion and honour her victory over Mahishasura, the demon. Moreover, for ten days, people worship the life-size idols of Maa Durga, place them in the pandals and ask for her blessings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 14pt;\"><b>5. Shami Tree Worship\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">The Shami tree is very important during Dussehra 2026. In the Mahabharata, the Pandavas hid their weapons in a Shami tree during their exile and got them back before a big battle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><b>How to Perform:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Light a ghee lamp under or near a Shami tree and offer flowers and water. This ritual is believed to bring courage, victory, and good luck. Astrologers also believe that it can help reduce the negative effects of Saturn in the birth chart.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 14pt;\"><b>6. Ravana Dahan<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">This is the most popular Dussehra ritual: burning the effigy, or big model, of Ravana. It represents not just outside evil, but also the negative habits within us, such as ego, anger, and greed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">The exact Ravana Dahan time can vary from one city to another. Therefore, devotees should check their local Dussehra celebrations or Panchang for the correct time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><b>Dussehra 2026 Remedies for Specific Life Problems<br \/>\n<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">By performing the remedies below, you can welcome the abundance and success waiting for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 14pt;\"><b>1. For Financial Prosperity<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">During the Vijay Muhurat, offer 10 green marigold flowers to a Hanuman temple. You can also donate sweets and a coconut wrapped in a yellow cloth to a Brahmin. This remedy is believed to please Lord Hanuman and bring in more wealth and prosperity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 14pt;\"><b>2. To Remove Obstacles<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><b> <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Write down your biggest obstacle or negative habit on a piece of paper. Fold it and place it at the feet of a Hanuman idol during the Vijay Muhurat. Later, burn the paper during the Ravana Dahan time 2026, symbolising the destruction of that obstacle from your life.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 14pt;\"><b>3. For Good Health<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">If you or a family member is facing health issues, offer a coconut wrapped in a red cloth to a temple of Goddess Durga or Lord Hanuman. You can later destroy this coconut in Ravan Dahan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">\u00a0<\/span><b style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Also Read: <span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/instaastro.com\/blog\/why-garba-is-played-in-navratri\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Why Garba Is Played in Navratri? Know The History Behind It<\/a><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><b>Zodiac-Specific Remedies for Dussehra 2026<\/b><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">Our astrology experts have laid down zodiac-specific remedies you can perform on Dussehra 2026. So, take a look below:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">1. Aries\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offer red flowers and sindoor to Lord Hanuman. Also, donate wheat to the needy people. This will boost your confidence and career growth.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">2. Taurus\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offer white sweets (like kheer or milk-based laddus) to Goddess Durga. You can also donate rice in the temple or to the needy. It is believed to bring stability and peace to your family life.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">3. Gemini\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">Donate green clothes or food to a needy person. This remedy can also help improve mental clarity and financial luck.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">4. Cancer\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">Offer white flowers and a silver coin to Goddess Durga or Lord Shiva. As a result, this remedy can help promote emotional balance and happiness.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">5. Leo\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">Perform a small puja to the Sun God (Surya Devta) and offer jaggery on Dussehra 2026. By doing so, you can support your leadership abilities and career success.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">6. Virgo<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">Offer green fruits and gram to a Ganesha temple and donate green clothes to the needy. In this way, you can support success in education and career.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">7. Libra<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Light a ghee lamp in front of your work tools or books. Also, wear white and donate white-coloured clothes to someone in need. This will bring success in your business and creative ventures.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">8. Scorpio<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">Donate red lentils (masoor dal) to the needy. By doing so, this remedy can help overcome debt and remove obstacles from your path.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">9. Sagittarius<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">Offer yellow flowers and a banana to Lord Vishnu on Vijayadashami. As a result, this remedy can help attract good fortune, respect and wisdom.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">10. Capricorn<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the Dasara date,<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">offer sesame oil to a Shani Devta temple. This will reduce the malefic effects of Saturn and bring stability, especially in finances.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">11. Aquarius\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offer a garland of Durva grass to Lord Ganesha. Astrologers claim this remedy to be effective for removing unexpected problems and attracting money.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">12. Pisces<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chant the Ram Raksha Stotram or Maruti Stotram 11 times. As a result, this practice can help protect you from negative energies and bring inner peace.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">The Dussehra 2026 date is October 20. The festival celebrates the victory of good over evil and gives devotees a chance to pray, perform auspicious rituals and welcome positivity into their lives.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino;\">By performing traditional Dussehra rituals and following these astrological tips, devotees can use this special day to let go of negativity and move towards a brighter future.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino; font-size: 18pt;\"><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><div class=\"custom-faq\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"> <div class=\"faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"faq-question\"><h4 class=\"faq-question-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">1. What is the real date of Dussehra in 2026?<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"faq-answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div class=\"faq-answer-text\" itemprop=\"text\">The Dussehra 2026 date is Tuesday, October 20, 2026. It is celebrated as Vijayadashami and marks Lord Rama\u2019s victory over Ravana and Goddess Durga\u2019s victory over Mahishasura.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"faq-question\"><h4 class=\"faq-question-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">2. What is the Dussehra Muhurat 2026 date and time?<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"faq-answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div class=\"faq-answer-text\" itemprop=\"text\">The Dussehra Muhurat 2026, also known as Vijay Muhurat, varies according to location. It falls during the Aparahna period on October 20. Devotees should check their local Panchang for the exact Vijay Muhurat in their city.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"faq-question\"><h4 class=\"faq-question-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">3. What is the spiritual significance of Dussehra?<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"faq-answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div class=\"faq-answer-text\" itemprop=\"text\">The Dussehra spiritual significance lies in the victory of good over evil. Lord Rama\u2019s victory over Ravana and Goddess Durga\u2019s victory over Mahishasura remind devotees to overcome ego, anger, greed and other negative qualities.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"faq-question\"><h4 class=\"faq-question-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">4. What things should be avoided during Dussehra 2026?<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"faq-answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div class=\"faq-answer-text\" itemprop=\"text\">There are several things that people traditionally avoid during Dussehra. These may include negative thoughts, arguments and actions that go against their religious practices. Many devotees also prefer to eat simple, sattvic food on the day.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"faq-question\"><h4 class=\"faq-question-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">5. Is Vijayadashami and Dussehra the same?<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"faq-answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div class=\"faq-answer-text\" itemprop=\"text\">Yes, Vijayadashami and Dussehra are names used for the same festival. It is celebrated on the tenth day of the Ashwin month and is associated with Lord Rama\u2019s victory over Ravana.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"faq-question\"><h4 class=\"faq-question-heading\" itemprop=\"name\">6. What rituals are performed on Dussehra?<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"faq-answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div class=\"faq-answer-text\" itemprop=\"text\">The main rituals performed on Dussehra include Ramlila performances, Ravana Dahan, Aparajita Puja, Shami Puja and Shastra Puja. In states such as West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand and Odisha, people also observe Durga Puja traditions.<\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Also Read: <span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/instaastro.com\/blog\/chaitra-navratri-history-and-religious-significance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chaitra Navratri Festival: History and Religious Significance<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>For interesting Astrological Facts and Videos, follow us on\u00a0<span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/instaastrosocial\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Instagram<\/a><\/span>\u00a0and read your\u00a0<span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instaastro.com\/horoscope\/today-horoscope\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">daily horoscope<\/a>.<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dussehra 2026 is a major Hindu festival celebrating the victory&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":64,"featured_media":96331,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[886,648,3427,40],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-77807","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-astrology-2","8":"category-calendar","9":"category-english","10":"category-festivals"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.5 (Yoast SEO v27.5) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Dussehra 2026: Rituals &amp; 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