The day of Dussehra is also celebrated like a festival. Ravana Dahan is performed at different places on this day. It is said that this day symbolizes the victory of good over evil. This year Dussehra will be celebrated on 12th October. This day is celebrated in different ways everywhere. However, in some places this Dil Doodh Jalebi and Paan is eaten. This is a tradition that has been going on for years, do you know the reason for it? No, so here we are telling why this is done. Knowing this reason, you too will eat both these things today.
Why is paan eaten?
In some places, Pana is eaten on the day of Dussehra. It is said that by doing this on this day people express the happiness of the victory of religion over unrighteousness. Apart from this, in many cultures betel leaf is considered a symbol of health, good luck and prosperity, which is why eating it on Dussehra is considered auspicious. It is said that eating paan is a sign of prosperity and brings happiness. Overall, eating it is considered auspicious. After burning the effigy of Ravana, people feed each other betel leaves and hug each other. Apart from this, some people also offer betel leaves to Hanumanji on this day, doing so is considered very auspicious.
Why is Jalebi eaten?
After Ravana Dahan, most people eat Jalebi. It is believed that Lord Shri Ram was very fond of this sweet. This is the reason why after Ravana Dahan, people eat Jalebi to celebrate the victory of Lord Ram. Apart from religious beliefs, according to experts the weather changes continuously during Dussehra. At this time the nights become cold and the days become hot. In such a situation, eating Jalebi at this time can help in preventing migraine attacks.
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