Ashwin Shukla Dashami · Deity: Rama / Durga
Saturday, October 9, 2027
Panchang that morning (IST): Shukla Navami tithi · Uttara Ashadha pada 4 · Moon in Capricorn
Vijayadashami celebrates victory in both its great tellings — Rama over Ravana, Durga over Mahishasura. It is also a classical muhurat for beginnings: new ventures, first lessons (Vidyarambham), and the worship of one’s tools and instruments.
Ravana effigies burn at sunset across North India; Mysore’s royal procession and Bengal’s idol immersions mark the South and East. Shami tree worship and Ayudha Puja — blessing the instruments of one’s livelihood — are the quieter home observances.
Ayudha Puja adapts perfectly abroad: laptops, tools, and vehicles get their annual blessing. Many diaspora Ramlilas stage the effigy burning on the nearest weekend.
| City | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kaal (avoid) |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | 6:18 AM | 5:58 PM | 9:13 AM – 10:40 AM |
| New York | 7:00 AM | 6:25 PM | 9:51 AM – 11:17 AM |
| Los Angeles | 6:53 AM | 6:26 PM | 9:46 AM – 11:13 AM |
| Chicago | 6:56 AM | 6:18 PM | 9:46 AM – 11:12 AM |
| London | 7:13 AM | 6:20 PM | 10:00 AM – 11:24 AM |
| Toronto | 7:24 AM | 6:44 PM | 10:14 AM – 11:39 AM |
Times computed astronomically for each city on Saturday, October 9, 2027. For today's full local almanac see panchang and Rahu Kaal by city.
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