🌼 Vijaya Dashami (Dussehra) – Story, Fun Facts & Learning 🏹✨
🪔 What is Vijaya Dashami?
In Telangana & Andhra Pradesh, Dussehra is popularly known as Vijaya Dashami. It is one of the most celebrated festivals in Hyderabad and across South India. 🌸
This day marks Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana and Goddess Durga’s victory over Mahishasura. People believe that beginning new work on Vijaya Dashami brings success and prosperity. ✅
📖 Story Highlights
- 🏹 Lord Rama, with the help of Hanuman and his army, built a bridge to Lanka and defeated Ravana.
- 🔥 Effigies of Ravana are burnt to symbolize the end of arrogance and evil.
- 🌸 In Telangana & Andhra, special pujas are offered to Durga Devi during Navaratri leading up to Vijaya Dashami.
- 🎉 People also worship tools, books, and vehicles on this day as a mark of respect.
🌟 Fun Facts for Kids
- 🎉 In Hyderabad, many families exchange Jammi (gold) leaves as a blessing of prosperity.
- 🌿 This tradition is linked with the belief that the Shami tree gave refuge to the Pandavas’ weapons during their exile.
- 🎆 The festival is celebrated with fireworks, cultural plays, and delicious sweets.
- 🍲 Traditional dishes like Pulihora, Payasam, and Laddus make the celebrations even sweeter.
🕉️ Values We Learn
Vijaya Dashami teaches us life-long lessons 🌟:
- 💪 Courage – Stand firmly for truth.
- ❤️ Truth – In the end, honesty and goodness win.
- 🤝 Unity – Together, we can achieve great victories.
- 🧠 Wisdom – Ego and pride (like Ravana’s) always lead to downfall.
🎯 Prepare with Joy!
Dear children, festivals are not just about sweets and celebrations, but also about learning values. Read about our traditions, ask questions, and get ready to take up fun quizzes that test your knowledge! 🏆
🌼 Happy Vijaya Dashami from Hyderabad! May truth and goodness always guide us. 🪔
