Countdown to Dussehra
When do the Ravana effigies go up this year? Dussehra's date changes each year with the lunar calendar — this countdown shows the 2026 date in days, hours, and minutes.
Last updated: June 4, 2026
Next occurrence
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
138
Days
20
Weeks
4.5
Months
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Frequently asked questions
Does the count include today?
No — the count shows full days remaining. If Dussehra is tomorrow, the count shows 1.
What timezone is used?
The day count and live timer are both based on your local date and time.
How are leap years handled?
The date logic uses standard JavaScript Date arithmetic, which correctly accounts for leap years.