Festivals in Pune always bring people together with music, food, and celebrations, but Dussehra holds a very special charm. Every year, families step out to watch the burning of Ravana’s effigy, a tradition that marks the victory of good over evil. It is more than just fireworks or the sight of giant figures in flames. The moment is a reminder that truth, kindness, and honesty will always outshine arrogance, lies, and greed. This year, on 2nd October 2025, the excitement is in the air once again as Pune gears up for the big night.
Dussehra, also called Vijayadashami, falls on the Dashami Tithi of Ashwin Shukla Paksha. It is the day when Lord Rama defeated the demon king Ravana, showing that no matter how strong evil may seem, it cannot survive against righteousness. Across the country, e