Published 10:14 IST, October 12th 2024
Ravana Dahan 2024: Date, Muhurat, Rituals and Significance
Ravana Dahan, also known as Dussehra, celebrates the triumph of good over evil.
Ravan Dahan 2024: Ravana Dahan, also known as Dussehra, celebrates the triumph of good over evil. It marks Lord Ram's victory over Ravana and Goddess Durga's triumph over Mahishasura. This year, the country will celebrate this auspicious day on October 12, 2024.
On this day, Ravana's effigy is burned, symbolizing the destruction of evil forces. This ritual is known as Ravana Dahan.
Ravana Dahan: Saturday, October 12, 2024
Vijay Muhurat: 02:04 PM to 02:50 PM
Bengal Vijayadashami: Sunday, October 13, 2024
Aparahna Puja Time: 01:18 PM to 03:36 PM
Ravana Dahan 2024: Rituals
Ravana Dahan signifies the victory of righteousness and justice, symbolizing the end of negativity, evil, and ego. Th story of Lord Rama defeating Ravana is re-enacted through Ramleela performances across India, culminating in the burning of massive effigies of Ravana, his brother Kumbhkaran, and his son Meghnath. These effigies represent the ultimate defeat of evil and a reminder to overcome our inner demons.
Post the burning of the effigies, Lord Ram is worshipped.
Updated 10:17 IST, October 12th 2024