The festival of Vijayadashami or Dussehra is a symbol of the victory of good over truth and good over evil. This is the auspicious day when Lord Shri Ram killed Rakshasara Raja Ravana and established religion on earth. On this day, Ravana Dahan and Arms Puja (Ordnance Puja) are done on this day. In the year 2025, the festival of Dussehra is bringing an auspicious coincidence.
Dussehra 2025: Date and auspicious time of Ravana combustion
Auspicious time of Ravana Dahan: The time from 06:10 pm to 08:30 pm on 02 October 2025 will be extremely auspicious for Ravana Dahan. During this period, there will be a confluence of Vijay Muhurta and the afternoon, which makes this task even more fruitful.
Importance of Ravana Dahan:
This festival destroys negative energy and brings auspiciousness in the family.
Worshiping Lord Shri Ram on this day brings success and victory in life.
It is a symbol of the eternal victory of good over evil.
Law and importance of arms worship (Ordnance Puja)
Arms worship (Ordnance Puja) has special significance on Dussehra. It is celebrated as the worship of valor, security and power.
Method of weapon worship:
Purification: Taking a bath in the morning, wear clean clothes and clean the place of worship.
Preparation: Clean all the weapons, tools, vehicles or equipment (such as sword, machinery, vehicle, arrow etc.) and decorate them for worship.
Arpan: Offer flowers by applying turmeric, sandalwood and akshat (rice) on them.
Pooja: Light a lamp and offer incense and naivedya (enjoyment).
Mantra: During the worship, “Om Ain Hri Klein Chamundayai Vichhe॥” Pronounce the mantra.
Closing: Finally, perform the Aarti and pray for success in the family and success in the field.
Importance of weapon worship:
Worshiping weapons and tools increases the courage and power of a person.
This worship brings success and prosperity in the field of worship.
Worshiping vehicles on this day is not afraid of accident throughout the year.
This day is considered to remove negativity and fear from life.