Triumphant Flames: Dussehra Celebrations Across India

Actor Bobby Deol participated in the Vijayadashami festivities organized by Lav Kush Ramlila in Delhi, symbolically setting an effigy of Ravan ablaze. This act marked the triumph of virtue over vice, drawing throngs of devotees to this annual event that closes the Navratri celebrations.

In New Delhi, Indian President Droupadi Murmu graced the Vijaya Dashmi event by the Shri Dharmic Leela Committee, extending festive greetings and emphasizing the importance of overcoming evil. Highlighting Operation Sindoor as a victory over the 'Ravan of terrorism,' she praised the valor of Indian forces.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta joined the festivities in Pitampura, while citizens across Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Jharkhand, and Madhya Pradesh celebrated the symbolic Ravan Dahan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his wishes via social media, calling the festival a testament to the enduring victory of good over evil.

Vijayadashami or Dussehra celebrates Lord Rama's mythical victory over Ravan, traditionally involving effigy burning. This day concludes the Navratri festival and is pivotal in preparing for Diwali. Observed on the tenth day of Ashvin, it falls in September or October, widely celebrated with immense enthusiasm nationwide.

Effigy burnings of Ravana, Meghnad, and Kumbhkaran are customary across India, symbolizing the defeat of malevolence. (ANI)