Dussehra 2021

Dussehra 2021: Here's how the festival is celebrated across India

While in the northern parts of India, devotees organise Ramleela and burn effigies of Ravana, in West Bengal, devotees bid Goddess Durga a solemn goodbye through the immersion of her idols

Dussehra 2021: Why Vijaya Dashami is celebrated after Navratri

As per Hindu mythology, Dussehra is celebrated after Navratri because it is believed that Lord Ram worshipped Goddess Durga before starting his journey to defeat Ravana on Lord Vishnu’s advice

Navratri 2021: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, other leaders tweet their wishes on Day 1 of nine-day gala

The prime minister shared an image of Maa Shailputri, who is worshipped on the first day of Navratri

Delhi allows Durga Puja, Dussehra celebrations with COVID-19 caveats; here's what's allowed

If any of the SOPs are not followed, then strict action will be taken against the organisers of the event