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Dussehra (Vijayadashami): The Eternal Triumph of Good Over Evil

Dussehra (Vijayadashami) celebrates the timeless victory of good over evil, marking Lord Rama’s triumph over Ravana and Goddess Durga’s victory over Mahishasura — a festival symbolizing truth, courage, and righteousness.

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Sacred Festivals

Discover the vibrant festivals that bring Lord Jagannath's divine presence into the lives of devotees throughout the year.

Rath Yatra: The Chariot Festival

By Samresh Pathak

Read moreUpdated: Aug 31, 2025

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January

  • 13Lohri
  • 14Makar Sankranti
  • 14Thai Pongal

February

  • 2Vasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja)
  • 4Ratha Saptami
  • 26Maha Shivaratri

March

  • 13Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi)
  • 14Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi)
  • 30Ugadi (Yugadi)

April

  • 6Ram Navami
  • 14Baisakhi (Vaisakhi)
  • 14Vishu

May

  • 12Vaishakha Purnima (Buddha Purnima)

June

  • 5Ganga Dussehra
  • 15Raja Parba (Raja Sankranti)
  • 27Ratha Yatra (Jagannath Puri)

July

  • 10Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima)
  • 27Hariyali Teej
  • 29Nag Panchami

August

  • 9Raksha Bandhan (Rakhi)
  • 17Krishna Janmashtami (Smarta)
  • 18Krishna Janmashtami (Vaishnava)

September

  • 5Onam (Thiruvonam)
  • 17Vishwakarma Puja (Biswakarma Puja)
  • 22Sharad (Shardiya) Navratri begins

October

  • 1Maha Navami
  • 2Vijayadashami (Dussehra)
  • 10Karwa Chauth

November

  • 5Kartika Purnima
  • 5Dev Deepavali (Varanasi)

December

  • 1Gita Jayanti & Mokshada Ekadashi