Quick answer: Dussehra 2026 (Vijayadashami) in Uttarakhand is on Tuesday, 20 October 2026 (Navratri 11–19 October; Durga Ashtami 18, Maha Navami 19). Uttarakhand is known for the classical Kumaoni Ramlila of Almora — among the oldest musical Ramlilas in India — alongside Ravan Dahan and Navratri Devi worship. Perform the Vijayadashami puja in the Aparahna (early-afternoon) window — confirm the exact Vijay Muhurat for Dehradun with a local panchang.

Uttarakhand is known for the classical Kumaoni Ramlila of Almora — among the oldest musical Ramlilas in India — alongside Ravan Dahan and Navratri Devi worship.

How Uttarakhand celebrates Dussehra & Navratri 2026

Almora’s Ramlila, performed in a distinctive raga-based musical style dating to the 19th century, is celebrated as a cultural treasure of Kumaon. Dehradun, Haridwar and Nainital hold Ramlila and burn Ravana effigies on Vijayadashami, and Navratri draws pilgrims to Devi shrines across the hills.

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Where to celebrate in Uttarakhand

  • Almora Ramlila
  • Dehradun and Haridwar Ravan Dahan grounds
  • Kumaon and Garhwal Devi temples

Dussehra 2026 dates in Uttarakhand

Date

Observance

Sunday, 11 October

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Navratri begins (Ghatasthapana)

Sunday, 18 October

Durga Ashtami

Monday, 19 October

Maha Navami / Ayudha Puja

Tuesday, 20 October

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Dussehra / Vijayadashami

Sunday, 8 November

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The Vijay Muhurat falls in the early afternoon and varies by city; use a panchang set to your town or check today's panchangam for Dehradun and other cities in Uttarakhand. Neighbouring Karnataka observes Vijayadashami on 21 October under the Mysuru panchanga.

Frequently asked questions

When is Dussehra 2026 in Uttarakhand?

Vijayadashami and Ravan Dahan are on Tuesday 20 October 2026; Ramlila runs through the preceding nights.

What is special about Almora’s Ramlila?

It is one of India’s oldest musical Ramlilas, performed in a classical raga-based Kumaoni style.

Dussehra & Navratri 2026 — India state guides

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