Dussehra holidays in 2024 will be from 10th October to 12th October. This Hindu festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm and marks the victory of good over evil. It is a significant holiday in India and is observed with various cultural events and rituals across the country.
| Dussehra Holidays 2024 | |
| Dusshera (Saptami) | October 10, 2024 (Thursday) |
| Dussehra (Mahashtami) / Dussehra (Mahanavmi) | October 11, 2024 (Friday) |
| Dussehra | October 12, 2024 (Saturday) |
During Dussehra, people participate in processions, reenactments of the Ramayana, and burn effigies of the demon king Ravana. Families come together to exchange gifts and sweets, and many also visit temples to seek blessings for prosperity and happiness. The holiday is a time for reflection, celebration, and strengthening bonds with loved ones.
Schools and offices are closed during Dussehra, allowing people to take part in the festivities and spend quality time with their families. It is a time of joy and togetherness, as communities come together to celebrate the triumph of good over evil.
Dussehra 2024 Date, Puja Muhurat Time
Dussehra or Vijayadashami is celebrated on the nine-day-long festival of Navratri. In 2024, Dussehra will be observed on 12th October (Saturday) in India.
- Vijay Muhurat – 02:08 PM to 02:56 PM on Oct 12, 2024
- Dashami Tithi Begins – 10:58 AM on Oct 12, 2024
- Dashami Tithi Ends – 09:08 AM on Oct 13, 2024
- Aparahna Pooja Time: 01:17 PM to 03:40 PM on Oct 13, 2024
Dussehra in 2024 will be celebrated on October 12th. The Puja Muhurat time for Dussehra 2024 is from 02:08 PM to 02:56 PM. This auspicious time is when devotees perform various rituals and offer prayers to seek the blessings of the divine. Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, marks the victory of good over evil and is celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervor across India. It symbolizes the triumph of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana, signifying the victory of righteousness. The festival is observed by participating in cultural events, burning effigies of Ravana, and exchanging greetings with loved ones.