What not to do on Dussehra: Dussehra is one of the major festivals of Hinduism, which is celebrated as a symbol of the victory of truth over falsehood and religion over unrighteousness. It is also known as Vijayadashami in some places. This festival is celebrated every year on the tenth day of the Shukla Paksha of Ashwin month. In the year 2026, Dussehra will be celebrated on 20 October 2026. Lord Shri Ram killed Ravana on this day. Also, Goddess Durga killed the demon Mahishasura on the tenth day after nine days of war.
On the day of Dussehra, effigies of Ravana, Meghnad and Kumbhakarna are burnt. There is also a tradition of performing Shastra Puja (worship of weapons) on this day. Ramlila is staged and fairs are organized across the country. Goddess Durga and Lord Rama are worshipped on Dussehra. On this day, people take many measures for happiness and prosperity. But it is forbidden to do some work on this day. Let’s know what is forbidden to do on Dussehra.
What should not be done on Dussehra?
According to religious beliefs and traditions, the following activities should not be done on the day of Dussehra (Vijayadashami):
Do not eat tamasic food: – On this day, one should stay away from tamasic food like meat, fish, egg, onion, garlic and liquor (alcohol).
Do not harm animals: – On this day, no animal, bird or creature should be killed or tortured. Nature and trees and plants should also not be harmed.
Avoid insults and discord: Do not insult any woman, elderly, or any person. On this day, one should avoid arguments, fights or speaking bitter words.
Avoid donating these things: – On the day of Dussehra, turmeric, leather items, or torn clothes should not be donated.
Do not give these things in the evening: – There is a religious belief that no one should give needles, salt or sugar in the evening.
Do not neglect weapons and tools: – On this day, one must clean the tools, weapons or vehicles used for them and worship the weapons, it should not be forgotten.