Dussehra Festival

Dussehra is celebrated to commemorate victory of Lord Rama over the devil king Ravana. In other words it is the victory of good over evil. On this day, hundreds of feet tall statues of Ravana, his brother Kumbhkarna and son Meghnath are erected and burnt.

In north India, gigantic effigies of the ten- headed Ravana and his brothers are set aflame amidst bursting of crackers. Fairs are usually held on this occasion with lots to eat, buy and enjoy.

The festival is celebrated with zest and festivities as it also marks the beginning of the winter season after the long, unbearable, hot summer.

Also part of the celebration is the Ram Lila or the dramatic depiction of episodes from the lives of Ram, Sita and Lakshman. It is celebrated all over the country with pomp and show.

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Contact Information

Dussehra Festival
Various Venues
110003 New Delhi, DL

Tel. +911124629237

http://www.aathitya.com