Fri Oct 11 20:11:44 UTC 2024: ## India Celebrates Dussehra with Joy and Fervour
**New Delhi, October 12, 2024:** India is celebrating Dussehra today, a major festival marking the victory of Lord Rama over the demon-king Ravana. The festival, which coincides with the tenth day of the nine-day Navratri festival dedicated to Goddess Durga, is observed with great enthusiasm across the country.
Schools, colleges, and offices are closed today in observance of the holiday. Devotees are burning effigies of Ravana and his brothers Meghnad and Kumbhakarna, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil.
“Every Hindu festival carries the core value of good over evil,” stated a spokesperson for the Ministry of Culture. “Dussehra reminds us to fight against negativity and strive for righteousness in our lives.”
The festival is also a time for celebration and joy. People exchange greetings and wishes, expressing hope for prosperity, success, and courage.
“May this Dussehra bring all the happiness you need in your life and fill your heart with the courage to face all the challenges in front of you,” wished one devotee.
The festival is deeply embedded in Indian culture and serves as a reminder of the importance of fighting against injustice and oppression. It is a time for reflection and renewal, as people embrace the spirit of victory and hope for a brighter future.
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