Preparations are in full-swing for Dussehra celebrations next week. The Hindu festival of Dussehra marks the killing of demon-king Ravana by Lord Rama, an incarnation of God Vishnu. The killing of Ravana is seen as the victory of good over evil. The festival is marked by enactment of Ramlila in several parts of the country, which is based on the epic Ramayana, and fairs are also held to mark the day.
Preparations are in full-swing for Dussehra celebrations next week. The Hindu festival of Dussehra marks the killing of demon-king Ravana by Lord Rama, an incarnation of God Vishnu. The killing of Ravana is seen as the victory of good over evil. The festival is marked by enactment of Ramlila in several parts of the country, which is based on the epic Ramayana, and fairs are also held to mark the day.