Nation gears up for Dussehra celebrations without Covid restrictions; preparations in full swing| Check pictures
Dussehra 2022: Celebrated every year at the end of Navaratri, Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is a major Hindu festival. The festival celebrates God Ram's victory over 10-headed wicked king Ravan and symbolises the triumph of goodness over evil.
This year's Dussehra is special as there are no Covid restrictions in place for the first time since 2020.
While the preparations are still in full swing, the nation is decked up for Dussehra celebrations. Check Pictures
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An artisan prepares an effigy the demon King Ravana for the festival of 'Dussehra'', in Hyderabad, Tuesday. Pic: PTI
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Effigies of Raavan, Kumbh Karan, and Meghnaad installed in Delhi's Red Fort ground in New Delhi. Pic: IANS
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Artisans in Raipur, Chhattisgarh prepare Raavan effigies for the Dussehra festival. Pic: ANI
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Mysore, Karnataka Palace lit up beautifully ahead of the Dasara celebrations. Pic: ANI
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Preparations are in full swing for Vijaya Dashami celebrations at Nehru Stadium in Guwahati,Assam. Pic: ANI
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Effigies of Hindu demon king 'Ravana' on sale at road side on the eve of Dussehra celebrations, in Amritsar. Pic: IANS