2 October 2025: Gandhi Jayanti & Vijayadashami (Dussehra) Panchanga and Significance

2 October 2025: Gandhi Jayanti & Vijayadashami (Dussehra) Panchanga and Significance

• Spiritual Guidance
• October 02, 2025

On 2 October 2025, Indians observe two major occasions—Gandhi Jayanti and Vijayadashami (Dussehra).

Gandhi Jayanti commemorates the 156th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation, remembered for his philosophy of non-violence (Ahimsa) and truth (Satya). Across India, prayers, tributes, cleanliness drives, and cultural programs are organized in his memory.

Simultaneously, Hindus celebrate Vijayadashami (Dussehra), a festival symbolizing the triumph of good over evil. It marks Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana, as well as Goddess Durga’s triumph over Mahishasura. On this day, effigies of Ravana, Meghnath, and Kumbhkaran are burned in grand processions, reminding devotees that truth and righteousness always prevail.

Panchanga Highlights for 2 October 2025

• Tithi: Shukla Paksha Dashami (Vijayadashami)

• Sunrise: 6:22 AM

• Sunset: 6:09 PM

• Dashami Tithi Timing: Begins 1 October, 7:12 PM – Ends 2 October, 8:20 PM

• Vijay Muhurat: 2:08 PM – 2:54 PM (considered most auspicious for victory-related rituals)

• Aparahna Puja Muhurat: 1:31 PM – 3:52 PM

• Abhijit Muhurta: 11:33 AM – 12:21 PM

• Rahu Kaal: 1:47 PM – 3:16 PM (inauspicious)

Special Rituals and Traditions of Vijayadashami

• Aparajita Puja
  Devotees worship Goddess Aparajita, a form of Durga, seeking blessings for victory, protection, and prosperity.

• Seema Avalanghan (Crossing the Boundary Ritual)
  Traditionally practiced by warriors, devotees cross symbolic boundaries to mark new beginnings and victories in life.

• Ravana Dahan
  Grand effigies of Ravana, Kumbhkaran, and Meghnath are set ablaze in public grounds across India, symbolizing the destruction of ego, pride, and evil.

• Ayudha Puja Continuation
  Tools, books, vehicles, and instruments are worshipped, honoring their role in dharma and livelihood.

• Community Feasts and Cultural Events
  Plays of the Ramayana (Ramlila), devotional songs, and processions are organized nationwide.

Spiritual & National Significance of the Day

• Gandhi Jayanti reminds citizens of the values of truth, peace, and non-violence, guiding the nation towards harmony.

• Vijayadashami inspires devotees to conquer negativity within themselves, just as Lord Rama defeated Ravana and Goddess Durga destroyed Mahishasura.

• Together, the day reflects the eternal truth: righteousness and non-violence are the ultimate strengths that sustain humanity.

With Vijayadashami, the divine energy of Navratri concludes, leading devotees into a new phase of courage, positivity, and victory in life—while Gandhi Jayanti anchors the day in values of peace and truth for society at large.