Dussehra 2025 Highlights: As the nine holy days of Navratri 2025 come to an end, it marks the advent of Vijayadashami. Also called Dussehra or Dasara, it celebrates the victory of good over evil. Taking to social media, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also wished the nation on Dussehra 2025. He wrote, “Vijaya Dashami celebrates the triumph of good and righteousness over evil and falsehood. May courage, wisdom and devotion always guide our paths.” Adding to the festive spirit, Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan took to his personal blog and shared heartfelt wishes for the occasion. He shared the sentiment with PM Modi and also quoted the Chanakya Niti.
Political personalities share greetings
Several notable leaders like Home Minister Amit Shah, Ex-Cabinet Minister Smriti Irani, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath and other notable personalities have extended their wishes on X (formerly Twitter) as they join the nation to celebrate Dussehra 2025. Signified by burning the effigy of Ravan, Kumbhkaran, and Meghnad, several Indians come together from all walks of life to celebrate this moment in Hindu mythology when Lord Ram triumphs over Ravan.
Dussehra coincides with Gandhi Jayanti this year
Today, also marks the historic Gandhi Jayanti on October 2. Honouring Mahatma Gandhi on his birth anniversary, PM Modi also expressed his sentiments. His post read, “Gandhi Jayanti is about paying homage to the extraordinary life of beloved Bapu, whose ideals transformed the course of human history,” in a long post. A crucial day for Durga Pooja enthusiasts, today is the final day for Pujo pandals as they bid farewell to Goddess Durga until next year.
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As per reports, PM Modi is likely to take part in the Dussehra celebrations in East Delhi today. He is likely to attend the festivities at the Utsav Ground in IP Extension, Patparganj for the Ravan Dahan ceremony around 6 PM.
Dussehra 2025 LIVE Updates: Visuals from Punjab
#watch | Punjab: Stage all set for 'Ravan Dahan' at Dussehra Ground in Amritsar. Visuals from the venue. pic.twitter.com/mUGJNXY5uF
— ANI (@ANI) October 2, 2025
Dussehra 2025 LIVE Updates: PM Modi cancels Dussehra visit
Owing to persistent rainfall in Delhi NCR, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will not attend the Dussehra celebrations in East Delhi as planned.
Dussehra 2025 LIVE Updates: Dhami joins Vijayadashami velebrations in Dehradun
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami took part in the Dussehra Festival at Parade Ground, Dehradun, celebrating the occasion of Vijayadashami.
#watch | Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami participates in the Dussehra Festival organized at Parade Ground, Dehradun on the occasion of Vijayadashami. pic.twitter.com/6YtU069N1O
— ANI (@ANI) October 2, 2025
Dussehra 2025 LIVE Updates: President Murmu watches Ravan Dahan
President Droupadi Murmu attends Vijayadashmi festivities organised by Shri Dharmic Leela Committee in Delhi’s Red fort.
#watch | Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu watches the burning of effigies, as she attends the #vijayadashami festivities organised by Shri Dharmic Leela Committee.
— ANI (@ANI) October 2, 2025
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Dussehra 2025 LIVE Updates: Watch Ravan Dahan in Jammu
Ravan Dahan being conducted in Jammu. Check out the video here
#watch | J&K | ‘Ravan Dahan’ being performed in Jammu, on the occasion of #dussehra pic.twitter.com/My6i9RAOS4
— ANI (@ANI) October 2, 2025
Dussehra 2025 LIVE Updates: Watch Ravan Dahan in Dehradun
Ravan effigy burns during Dussehra festival celebrations at Parade Ground, Dehradun on the occasion of Vijayadashmi. Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami attends festivities.
#watch | Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami attends the Dussehra Festival organised at Parade Ground, Dehradun on #vijayadashami pic.twitter.com/l6xq4hVMoO
— ANI (@ANI) October 2, 2025
Dussehra 2025 LIVE Updates: Ravan Dahan being performed in Greater Kailash
An effigy of the demon king is burnt during Ravan Dahan celebrations in Greater Kailash, Delhi. Rains lashed parts of Delhi-NCR earlier disrupting Vijayadashmi festivities.
Delhi: ‘Ravan Dahan’ being performed in Greater Kailash on the occasion of Dussehra pic.twitter.com/JphvxcNbLz
— IANS (@ians_india) October 2, 2025
Dussehra 2025 LIVE Updates: Delhi rains dampen festive mood ahead of Ravan Dahan
Rainfall disrupts Ravan Dahan festivities at Luv Kush Ramlila in Delhi as people take refuge under chairs, hoardings and covers to shield themselves from rain.
#watch | Delhi: Rainfall dampens festive mood on #vijayadashami. Visuals from Lav Kush Ramlila, as people take refuge under chairs, hoardings and covers to shield themselves from rain. pic.twitter.com/j8PXMKtcJH
— ANI (@ANI) October 2, 2025
Dussehra 2025 Live Updates: Meghnad effigy falls, injuring woman
An effigy of Meghnad falls ahead of Ravan Dahan on Dussehra ground in Karnal, Haryana. A woman got injured in the mishap, reported PTI.
VIDEO | Karnal, Haryana: Effigy of Meghnad falls ahead of Ravan Dahan on Dussehra ground; a woman is injured in the mishap.#karnal #ravandahan #dussehra
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) October 2, 2025
(Full video available on PTI Videos – https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/OAIXZA6E0p
Dussehra 2025 LIVE Updates: President Droupadi Murmu attends Dussehra Celebrations at Red Fort
President Murmu is seen greeting the crowd at Red fort as preparations to burn effigies of Ravana, Meghnad and Kumbhakran begin.
LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu attends Dussehra Celebrations at Red Fort, Delhi https://t.co/rCRUUYOI06
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) October 2, 2025
Dussehra 2025 LIVE updates: Ravan effigy lies on ground as rainfall disrupts Dussehra in West Delhi
Rainfall plays spoilsport on Vijayadashami as visuals from West Delhi show an effigy of Ravan lying on the ground.
#watch | Delhi: Rainfall dampens festive mood on #vijayadashami. Visuals from West Delhi, as an effigy of Ravan lies on the ground. pic.twitter.com/o2V8CzdrEL
— ANI (@ANI) October 2, 2025
Ravan Dahan being held in Patna
Dussehra 2025 LIVE updates: Ramayana’s final chapter unfolds as Lord Rama aims an arrow at Ravana’s effigy. A glimpse at Ravan Dahan celebrations in Patna.
#watch | Bihar | ‘Ravan Dahan’ being performed in Patna, on the occasion of #dussehra pic.twitter.com/JLTRtd2xJ2
— ANI (@ANI) October 2, 2025
Dussehra 2025 Live Updates: Rains lash Delhi-NCR ahead of Ravan Dahan
Delhi-NCR Ravan Dahan preparations hit by heavy rain. Stay tuned for more updates.
Dussehra 2025 Live Updates: Ravan Dahan at Red Fort – Adequate safety measures in place as rains lash Delhi NCR
As the rains lash Delhi-NCR, Luv Kush Ramlila Committee President Arjun Kumar told PTI that, ahead of Dussehra celebrations at Red Fort, both the police and the committee have made adequate arrangements to ensure the safety and smooth conduct of the Ravan Dahan event.
VIDEO | Delhi: Luv Kush Ramlila Committee President Arjun Kumar on Dussehra celebrations at Red Fort said, “I would like to extend my wishes as we celebrate the festival today. Bobby Deol is the chief guest and will join us at the Red Fort to mark the occasion with full rituals… pic.twitter.com/qXQ46jCA38
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) October 2, 2025
Devotees in Kalibari Temple in Bhopal participate in vibrant Sindoor Khela celebrations ahead of Goddess Durga idol immersion. The five-day Durga Puja celebrations started on September 28.
VIDEO | Bhopal: Devotees light up Kalibari Temple as women participate in vibrant Sindoor Khela celebrations ahead of Goddess Durga idol immersion.#durgapuja #vijayadashami #sindoorkhela
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) October 2, 2025
(Full video available on PTI Videos – https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/piHQCRscqP
Dussehra 2025 Live Updates: Ravan Dahan in Mauritius
The effigy of demon king Ravana was burnt in the Ravan Dahan ritual organised at Shiv Shakti Mandir in Moka, Mauritius as part of Dussehra celebrations.
VIDEO | Mauritius: Symbolising the victory of good over evil, Raavan Dahan was organised at Shiv Shakti Mandir in Moka as part of Dussehra celebrations.#raavandahan #mauritius #dussehra
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) October 2, 2025
(Full video available on PTI Videos – https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/KVTw6uCNYr
Dussehra 2025 Live Updates: City-wise Ravan Dahan Time
Ravan Dahan 2025 time Delhi: 6:05 PM – 7:10 PM
Ravan Dahan 2025 time Noida: 6:05 PM – 7:10 PM
Ravan Dahan 2025 time Ayodhya: 5:46 PM – 7:10 PM
Ravan Dahan 2025 time Lucknow: 6:05 PM – 7:10 PM
Ravan Dahan 2025 time Gurgaon (Gurugram): 6:05 pm- 7:10 PM
Ravan Dahan 2025 time Panipat: 6:05 PM – 7:10 PM
Ravan Dahan 2025 time Kanpur: 6:05 PM – 7:10 PM
Ravan Dahan 2025 time Varanasi: 5:45 PM – 7:10 PM
Ravan Dahan 2025 time Mumbai: 6:26 PM – 7:10 PM
Ravan Dahan 2025 time Patna: 5:36 PM – 7:10 PM
Ravan Dahan 2025 time Chandigarh: 6:10 PM – 7:10 PM
Ravan Dahan 2025 time Ranchi: 6:39 PM – 7:10 PM
Ravan Dahan 2025 time Pune: 6:22 PM – 7:10 PM
Ravan Dahan 2025 time Kolkata: 5:23 PM – 7:10 PM
Ravan Dahan 2025 time Jaipur: 6:16 PM – 7:10 PM
Ravan Dahan 2025 time Jammu: 6:14 PM – 7:10 PM
Ravan Dahan 2025 time Dehradun: 6:02 PM – 7:10 PM
Ravan Dahan 2025 time Mysore: 6:06 PM – 7:11 PM
Dussehra 2025 Live Updates: Ravan dahan timings
As per the Panchang, the auspicious time for Dashami rituals began on October 1, 7:10 PM and will end on October 2, 7:01 PM.
Ravan Dahan 2025 Time: Auspicious muhurat for rituals
Vijay Muhurat: 2:13 PM to 3:00 PM
Abhijit Muhurat: 11:52 AM to 12:39 PM
Aparahna Puja: 1:25 PM to 3:48 PM
Shastra Puja: 2:09 PM to 2:56 PM
Dussehra 2025 Live Updates: Rain lashes Delhi NCR
Thunder and lightning were observed in several parts of Delhi NCR. Residents are wary if rain will play with spoilsport to their Dussehra plans.
Dussehra 2025 Live Updates: Asia Cup captain sends wishes
Asia Cup 2025 Team India captain Suryakumar Yadav extended his wishes on social media. Wishing India a Happy Dussehra, he wrote, ” Wishing everyone a joyous Dussehra. May the victory of good over evil inspire strength, positivity and new beginnings in your life.”
Dussehra 2025 Live Updates: Celebrations commence in MP
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav was seen offering prayers at Khedapati Hanuman Temple in the state.
VIDEO | Bhopal: On the occasion of Dussehra, Madhya Pradesh CM Dr Mohan Yadav offers prayers at Khedapati Hanuman Temple.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) October 2, 2025
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Dussehra 2025 Live Updates: Kullu Dussehra begins with arrival of deities
Kullu Dussehra festivities begin in Himachal Pradesh as the deities arrive with much fanfare amid dhol beats, reports ANI. Dussehra at Kullu begins on Vijayadashmi and continues for seven days. People worship Lord Raghunath during the festival.
Dussehra 2025 LIVE Updates: Shastra Pooja performed at Naigaon Armory
On the occasion of Dussehra, Shastra Pooja was performed at Naigaon Armory in Mumbai on October 2. A glimpse of it was shared by Commissioner of Police, Greater Mumbai on X handle. Jt. C.P. (ADM) S. Jaykumar, Addl. C.P. (AP) Vinita Sahu, DCP (Zone lV) Ragasudha R, DCP (L.A. – I Naigaon) Anand Bhoite along with other officials & staff of Mumbai Police were present at the occasion.
Dussehra 2025 LIVE Updates: Randeep Hooda shares Dussehra greetings
The Bollywood actor extends Vijayadashmi greetings to his fans and followers on X, reminding people to believe in the good. “On this auspicious day, let’s remember: evil may look powerful, but it never lasts. Goodness & Truth always finds its way back. Happy Dussehra.”
Dussehra 2025 LIVE Updates: Devotees throng temples in Tamil Nadu to celebrate ‘Mahisha Soorasamharam’
Devotees in Thiruchendur, Tamil Nadu partake in vibrant festivities of Mahisha Soorasamharam, on the final event of Dussehra festival, reports IANS. Devotees wear sacred threads, dress up as Goddess Mutharamman to commemorate the victory of the deity Murugan over demon Surapadman. The festival symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and is held at Murugan temples.
Dussehra 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘Stand firm for what’s right’ – Manoj Bajpayee’s inspiring message
Manoj Bajpayee, who’s making waves with his Netflix film Inspector Zende took to X to share his wishes and thoughts on the occasion of Dussehra. “Dussehra is more than a festival it’s a lesson. Stand firm for what’s right, even when wrong looks stronger. #happydussehra 🙏🏽,” the actor wrote.
Dussehra 2025 LIVE Updates: A look at Kerala’s Vidyarambham ceremony
Dussehra is being celebrated with varied rituals across the country. In Kerala, Vidyarambham ceremony, is an important ritual, which marks the beginning of formal education. The child starting their education is guided by a family elder as they trace their first letter on a rice-filled tray. In a video shared by ANI on its X handle, the ceremony is beautifully captured.
Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar extended heartfelt Dussehra wishes with a vibrant Ravan Dahan GIF. “Aap sabhi ko Vijayadashi ki dher saari shubhkamnayen. Sachchai aur achchai ki raah par hamesh chalte rahein.(Vijayadashmi greetings to everyone. Always follow the path of truth),” he wrote.
Dussehra 2025 Wishes LIVE Updates: Leader of Opposition extends wishes
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi extended wishes for Vijayadashami and Gandhi Jayanti on X. Writing in Hindi, Gandhi said, ” Heartfelt wishes of Vijayadashami to all fellow countrymen. May this festival, symbolising the victory of justice and truth over injustice and tyranny, eradicate ego and bring harmony and compassion into everyone’s life. ”
An age-old tradition of Sindoor Khela is a popular practice done by females after the Dashami pooja on the last day of Durga Pooja. After the final rituals of worshipping Goddess Durga, married women apply sindoor (vermilion) on the goddess’ forehead and feet as a mark of respect and blessing. After this, they smear sindoor on each other’s faces and foreheads, wishing one another long, happy marriages, prosperity, and protection for their families. It becomes a vibrant, joyous celebration, women dressed in traditional red-and-white saris, laughing, playing, and sharing sweets before bidding farewell to the goddess.
