Dussehra is a Hindu festival symbolizing the victory of good over evil. Many people in India celebrated Dussehra in two different ways, one associated with the victory of Lord Ram, rescued his abducted wife and another associated with victory of Goddess Durga over the demon Mahisasura. Dussehara festival starts and continues 10th day it’s celebrated with outdoor fairs (melas) and large parades with effigies of Ravana.
The festival of Dussehra is unique in its perception and significance celebrated predominately Hindu countries of India, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. The name Dussehra is drive from Sanskrit word "Ahaha" means day, whereas Vijayadashami means "Vijaya-dashami" victory on the Dashami the 10th day.
Performances of Ramlilaa are carried out till 9 days. The first nine days are celebrated as Maha Navratri and continued on the tenth day when Dussehra begins. On the day of Dussehra people burns the effigy of Ravana, Kumbhakarna and Meghnath at the last. Special food is prepared and people visit one another homes for wishing and sharing sweets. Many Indians consider this festival lucky to start new business, work or projects.
On this day many organizations, companies and banks are closed or open for limited hours. There could be many stories related to Dussehra. But all festivals in India convey the message of benevolence, peace and love. If people follow the beautiful and meaningful message in their mind there would always be peace and harmony and a spirit of brotherhood all around the country.
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