Dussehra marks the culmination of Navratri, which is celebrated across India with much enthusiasm. This year, Dussehra is being celebrated today (October 15) with people extending greetings to their friends and relatives. Also celebrated as Vijaya Dashami, the day marks the victory of good over evil. People burn effigies of Ravana on this day across the country.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the nation on the occasion of Vijaya Dashami, earlier this morning. "Greetings to everyone on the special occasion of Vijaya Dashami," said PM Modi in a tweet.
In a message on the Dussehra eve, President Ram Nath Kovind yesterday greeted the nation and hoped that the festival will strengthen the moral foundation of the society besides inspiring all to work for nation-building. "This festival inspires us to follow the path of morality, goodness and virtue," said the President.