Vijayadasami
The day after Navarathri, Valarpirai (waxing moon) Dasami.
Next: 9 October 2027, Saturday · Purattasi 22
Significance
A festival of victory that celebrates good winning over evil. It is seen as a good day to start new things.
How it is celebrated
- Starting a child's learning by writing letters in paddy (rice grains)
- Starting a new business or new classes in music, dance or other arts
- Putting away the Golu dolls
Customs can differ from place to place and from family to family.