Overview

• Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is being observed today, Thursday, October 2, following the nine-day Navratri and the culmination of Durga Puja.
• Public rituals include Ramlila performances and the burning of Ravana effigies in the north, alongside Durga idol immersion ceremonies in eastern India.
• The festival commemorates the triumph of good over evil, highlighted by Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana and Goddess Durga’s defeat of Mahishasura.
• Major outlets published extensive lists of wishes, quotes, and WhatsApp or social status lines tailored for families, couples, colleagues, and clients.
• Tech guides spotlight tools such as Canva AI, ChatGPT image tools, Google’s Gemini, Grok AI, and MidJourney for creating and sharing personalized Dussehra greeting images across social platforms.