Vijayadashami (Dussehra) 2026 in Kolkata
विजयादशमी · कोलकाता
By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani
Vijayadashami (Dussehra) 2026 in Kolkata (कोलकाता) 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 Kolkata temples like Kalighat Kali Temple and Dakshineswar Kali Temple for darshan. Authentic Vedic guidance with Kolkata-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 Kolkata
These temples in Kolkata are especially powerful during Vijayadashami (Dussehra):
- ●Kalighat Kali Temple
- ●Dakshineswar Kali Temple
- ●Belur Math
✓ 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 Kolkata?
Vijayadashami (Dussehra) 2026 is celebrated in Kolkata on Wednesday, 21 October 2026.
What is the Vijayadashami (Dussehra) muhurat in Kolkata?
The Vijayadashami (Dussehra) muhurat in Kolkata is Vijay Muhurat: 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM IST.
Which temples to visit on Vijayadashami (Dussehra) in Kolkata?
Famous temples in Kolkata: Kalighat Kali Temple, Dakshineswar Kali Temple, Belur Math.
Who is the planetary ruler of Vijayadashami (Dussehra)?
The planetary ruler of Vijayadashami (Dussehra) is Sun (Surya), Apraajita Devi.