Amrutkaal अमृतकाल
Hindu Festival

Dussehra

दशहरा
Next · 21 September 2026 · Dashami of Shukla paksha, Ashvina
107
days until Dussehra

Shubh Muhurat

Full panchang, Rahu Kaal, and muhurat windows will be available closer to 21 September 2026.

We compute auspicious time windows with Swiss Ephemeris when the festival falls within our 38-day panchang window.

Significance

Dussehra celebrates Lord Rama's victory over the demon king Ravana — the symbolic triumph of good over evil. Across North India effigies of Ravana are burned at sunset; in Mysore the royal Dasara procession marks the day.

Rituals & Traditions

Upcoming dates

Observed by: Hindus

Frequently asked questions

When is Dussehra?

Dussehra is next observed on 21 September 2026. The festival follows dashami of shukla paksha, ashvina.

What is Dussehra?

Dussehra celebrates Lord Rama's victory over the demon king Ravana — the symbolic triumph of good over evil. Across North India effigies of Ravana are burned at sunset; in Mysore the royal Dasara procession marks the day.

Who observes Dussehra?

Dussehra is observed by Hindus.