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Dussehra
What is? : Dussehra is a festival to honor Lord Rama for killing Ravana and killing demon Mahishasur by Goddess Durga.
Also called : Vijaya Dashami, Dasara, or Dashain
When is? : 10th day of the bright half (Shukla Paksha) September or October
Frequency : Annual
Observed by : Hindus in India
Where it is celebrated / observed? : Hindus
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About : Dussehra celebration is the victory of good over sin. It is a five-day festival. This festival is celebrated with a lot of enthusiasm. This festival is celebrated by wearing new clothes and ornaments on all the five days. Activities like dance, dramas and offer prayers to the goddess are held on this day. In south people decorate Kolu Bommai and god with lightings, lamps, and flowers all over the house. Women exchange gifts, fruits and sweets are distributed.
Country : INDIA
