Dussehra 2026 falls on October 20, 2026
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The Hindu festival of Dussehra, celebrating the triumph of good over evil, will be observed on October 20, 2026.
- The festival marks Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana and Goddess Durga’s defeat of Mahishasura.
- Celebrations include Ravan Dahan and various cultural rituals.
- People share wishes, messages, and WhatsApp statuses to honor the occasion.
Covered by 5 outlets across the spectrum: 20% left, 60% center, 20% right.
How each side framed it
In Pics: Kashmiri Hindu devotees celebrate Dussehra at Sher-e-Kashmir Cricket Stadium in Srinagar
Center: Focus on sharing heartfelt wishes, positivity, and family messages for the festival. (AI-generated summary of how this side framed it)
Dussehra 2026: Date, Shubh Muhurat, Ravan Dahan, Shastra Puja Vidhi And Significance
Right-leaning: Highlights the mythological victory of good over evil and the significance of Lord Rama and Goddess Durga. (AI-generated summary of how this side framed it)
Dussehra 2026 Date: When Is Vijayadashami Celebrated – October 20 or 21? Check Exact Date, Shubh Muhurat, History, Significance, Ravan Dahan & How to Celebrate
Timeline
First to report: ABP Live English (); 5 articles from 5 outlets so far.
Who is covering this story
- Left-leaning (1): Greater Kashmir
- Center (3): ABP Live English, Free Press Journal, Mint
- Right-leaning (1): Sunday Guardian
Sources
- Dussehra 2026: Date, Shubh Muhurat, Ravan Dahan, Shastra Puja Vidhi And Significance — ABP Live English (center) ·
- Dussehra 2026 Date: When Is Vijayadashami Celebrated – October 20 or 21? Check Exact Date, Shubh Muhurat, History, Significance, Ravan Dahan & How to Celebrate — Sunday Guardian (right-leaning) ·
- Happy Dussehra 2026: 25+ Wishes, Messages, WhatsApp Status And More To Share On Vijayadashami — Free Press Journal (center) ·
- Dussehra-Vijayadashami 2026 wishes family, friends and colleagues; WhatsApp status: Celebrate triumph of good over evil — Mint (center) ·
- In Pics: Kashmiri Hindu devotees celebrate Dussehra at Sher-e-Kashmir Cricket Stadium in Srinagar — Greater Kashmir (left-leaning, AI-estimated) ·