Vijayadashami (Dussehra) 2026 in Chennai
विजयादशमी · चेन्नई
By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani
Vijayadashami (Dussehra) 2026 in Chennai (चेन्नई) falls on Wednesday, 21 October 2026. Planetary ruler: Sun (Surya), Apraajita Devi. Auspicious muhurat: Vijay Muhurat: 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM IST. Day Lord Rama defeated Ravana. Victory of dharma over adharma. Celebrated as Dussehra. Visit famous Chennai temples like Kapaleeshwarar Temple and Parthasarathy Temple for darshan. Authentic Vedic guidance with Chennai-specific timings.
Significance of Vijayadashami (Dussehra)
Most auspicious day for new beginnings, weapon worship (Shastra Puja), and burning of ego.
🛕 Where to celebrate Vijayadashami (Dussehra) in Chennai
These temples in Chennai are especially powerful during Vijayadashami (Dussehra):
- ●Kapaleeshwarar Temple
- ●Parthasarathy Temple
- ●Marundeeswarar Temple
✓ Do's
- ●Burn Ravana effigy or visit a Ramlila
- ●Perform Shastra Puja (weapons/tools)
- ●Begin new ventures, especially during Vijay Muhurat
- ●Worship Apraajita Devi
✗ Don'ts
- ●Avoid procrastination on this day
- ●Do not engage in adharmic acts
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When is Vijayadashami (Dussehra) 2026 in Chennai?
Vijayadashami (Dussehra) 2026 is celebrated in Chennai on Wednesday, 21 October 2026.
What is the Vijayadashami (Dussehra) muhurat in Chennai?
The Vijayadashami (Dussehra) muhurat in Chennai is Vijay Muhurat: 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM IST.
Which temples to visit on Vijayadashami (Dussehra) in Chennai?
Famous temples in Chennai: Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Parthasarathy Temple, Marundeeswarar Temple.
Who is the planetary ruler of Vijayadashami (Dussehra)?
The planetary ruler of Vijayadashami (Dussehra) is Sun (Surya), Apraajita Devi.