When is Dussehra 2025? Date, significance, rituals
This year, Dussehra lands on October 2—right alongside Gandhi Jayanti—so expect a double holiday and closed banks and offices.
The festival marks Lord Rama's win over Ravana, and in Bengaluru, you can catch the dramatic burning of Ravana's effigy during the evening Pradosh Kaal from 6:06pm to 7:19pm.
Significance of Dussehra
Dussehra 2025 is packed with rare astrological yogas like Sukrama Yoga (till 11:29pm), Dhriti Yoga, and an all-day Ravi Yoga—all said to boost good vibes and make rituals extra meaningful.
Beyond the famous Ravana Dahan, people across India will immerse Durga idols (Durga Visarjan), pray for success (Aparajita Puja), and honor the Shami tree for fresh starts.
It's a day about celebrating victories, letting go of negativity, and embracing new beginnings—pretty uplifting stuff for anyone looking for a reset.