India is a land of diversity. Even though the fervour and the intent are the same, Dussehra is celebrated in different ways in different states of the country.
Multiple stories related to Dussehra have been told and passed on to generations. Know more about 4 such interesting stories related to Vijaya Dashami.
Dussehra or Vijayadashami is one of the biggest festivals celebrated in India. Check out some of the options for best wishes, quotes and messages for sending to dear ones.
Among the marvelously decorated pandals of Kolkata, the one at Ballygunge stands out with its musical Rabidra Sangeet-Theme.
Embarking on a journey of 88 years, Kolkata’s Chorbagan Durga Puja Pandal is themed around “Anubhuti” that literally translates to feeling.
Millennium City Cuttack takes pride in its heritage, diverse culture and festivities.
Kolkata’s Teen Konia Committee took this Kantara impact as an inspiration for their Durga puja pandal theme.
Bakhrabad Durga puja committee in the millennium city is such a place where nationalism and patriotism has taken centre stage as the members have put ‘Bharat Mata’ on the pandal instead of Goddess Durga.
Mahisasura then attacked the three worlds of earth, heaven and hell. He didn’t even spare the Indralok, the kingdom of Lord Indra. Terrified gods approached Lord Brahma, who then went to Lord Vishnu and they all sought help from Lord Shiva.
Devotees can see a true reflection of the Kannada film at the puja pandal of the Girish Park area. Starting from the Goddess Durga to the demon Mahisashura, from side deities to walls and interiors, everything is gracefully sculpted and decorated by artisans on the theme of this much-acclaimed film.
Of the several puja committees in the town, Tentuladanga Puja Committee in Bairpada town is unique because it sends out a heart-warming message of communal harmony and brotherhood.
On the occasion of Dusshera festival, in most parts of the country, the effigy of Ravana is burnt. But then again, the ten-headed demon king is worshipped in some other parts.
The last few days of Navratri festival starting from Maha Saptami, Maha Ashtami and Maha Navami are considered more significant.
It is performed for 21 days beginning from Bhaadraba Purnima. For these 21 days, the girls perform Bali Puja near the Tulasi plant at their homes, in which one betelnut and seven seashells are kept inside a little box and worshipped as Lord Shiva.
Navratri is celebrated in the Ashwin Shukla Paksha and its 7th day is called as Saptami.
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