Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is one of the most important festivals in India. Pics/PTI
Effigies of demon king Ravana were on Wednesday burnt as part of the ‘Punjabi Dussehra’ celebration in Jabalpur
Meanwhile, as Dussehra approaches on Thursday (2nd October), preparations were seen underway in many cities
In Jabalpur, a Punjabi Dussehra event was marked by colourful fireworks and traditional cultural performances on Wednesday night
The festival marks Lord Rama’s triumph over Ravana, symbolising the win of truth and virtue over arrogance and evil
In many parts of India, it is common to burn large effigies of Ravana, Meghnada, and Kumbhakarna in open grounds, with fireworks and large crowds
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