Vijaya Dashami 2083: Celebrating the Victory of Good Over Evil

Vijaya Dashami, the most auspicious day of Nepal's grand festival of Dashain, is being celebrated across the country with joy, devotion, and family gatherings. On this special occasion, people receive red tika and yellow jamara from elders, along with blessings for good health, happiness, prosperity, and success.

Auspicious Time for Vijaya Dashami Tika 2083

According to the Nepal Panchanga Nirnayak Bikas Samiti, the auspicious time for offering tika on Vijaya Dashami this year is 10:26 AM on October 21, 2026 (Kartik 4, 2083). The ceremonial farewell to Goddess Durga is scheduled for 8:49 AM.

Traditionally, the person offering tika faces east, while the person receiving tika faces west. However, families may follow their own religious customs and traditions.

The Significance of Tika and Jamara

The tradition of receiving tika and jamara begins with Ghatasthapana, which marks the start of Navaratri. On Vijaya Dashami, family members gather to receive blessings from parents, grandparents, and other elders.

Red tika symbolizes victory, power, good fortune, and auspiciousness, while yellow jamara represents fertility, vitality, growth, and prosperity. The occasion also provides an opportunity for relatives living far apart to reunite and strengthen their bonds of love, respect, forgiveness, and goodwill.

Dashain is more than a religious festival. It is a celebration of family unity, cultural identity, and the enduring values of harmony and togetherness.

Religious and Mythological Significance of Vijaya Dashami

Vijaya Dashami holds a special place in Hindu mythology and religious tradition. The Devi Mahatmya, part of the Markandeya Purana, describes the glory of Goddess Durga and her victory over demonic forces.

According to religious belief, the festival commemorates Goddess Durga's victory over Mahishasura and Lord Rama's victory over Ravana. These stories symbolize the triumph of truth over falsehood, righteousness over wrongdoing, and good over evil.

The blessings received from elders on this day reflect the hope that these virtues will guide people throughout their lives.

Traditional Dashain Blessings and Their Meaning

During Vijaya Dashami, elders recite traditional Sanskrit blessings while applying tika and offering jamara to younger family members. These blessings express wishes for long life, courage, wisdom, prosperity, and success.

1. Blessings for Long Life, Strength, and Prosperity

Om Ayur Dronasute Shriyam Dasharathe Shatrukshayam Raghave,

Aishvaryam Nahushe Gatishcha Pavane Manam Cha Duryodhane.

Danam Suryasute Balam Haladhare Satyam Cha Kuntisute,

Vijnanam Vidure Bhavantu Bhavatam Kirtishcha Narayane.

Meaning:

May you enjoy long life like Ashwatthama, the son of Drona; fame like King Dasharatha; and the ability to overcome enemies like Lord Rama. May you attain prosperity like King Nahusha, speed like the wind, and honour like Duryodhana.

May you be generous like Karna, strong like Balarama, truthful like Yudhishthira, wise like Vidura, and renowned like Lord Narayana.

2. Blessings for Peace and Divine Protection

Bhadram Astu Shivam Chastu Mahalakshmi Prasidatu,

Rakshantu Tvam Sada Deva Ashishah Santu Sarvada.

Meaning:

May goodness and peace prevail in your life. May Goddess Mahalakshmi bless you with prosperity, may the gods always protect you, and may the blessings of elders remain with you forever.

3. Salutations to Goddess Durga

Jayanti Mangala Kali Bhadrakali Kapalini,

Durga Kshama Shiva Dhatri Swaha Swadha Namostute.

Meaning:

Salutations to the Divine Mother, worshipped as Jayanti, Mangala, Kali, Bhadrakali, Kapalini, Durga, Kshama, Shiva, Dhatri, Swaha, and Swadha. May her divine grace bring strength, protection, peace, and prosperity.

4. Prayer for Victory and Protection

Jaya Tvam Devi Chamunde Jaya Bhutartiharini,

Jaya Sarvagate Devi Kalaratri Namostute.

Meaning:

Victory to Goddess Chamunda, the remover of the suffering of all beings. Salutations to the all-pervading Goddess and to Kalaratri. May the Divine Mother protect her devotees and guide them towards righteousness.

5. Prayer to Goddess Narayani

Sarvamangala Mangalye Shive Sarvarthasadhike,

Sharanye Tryambake Gauri Narayani Namostute.

Meaning:

Salutations to Goddess Narayani, the embodiment of all auspiciousness, the fulfiller of noble aspirations, and the refuge of those who seek protection. May Goddess Gauri bless everyone with peace, happiness, and well-being.

Vijaya Dashami: A Celebration of Love, Unity, and Hope

As families across Nepal celebrate Vijaya Dashami 2083, the festival reminds everyone of the importance of respecting elders, cherishing family relationships, and embracing the values of truth, compassion, and righteousness.

From receiving tika and jamara to sharing blessings, meals, and joyful moments, Dashain continues to preserve Nepal's rich cultural heritage and bring generations together.

May this Vijaya Dashami bring happiness to every home, success in every endeavour, good health to every family, and peace and prosperity to all.

Happy Vijaya Dashami 2083! May Goddess Durga bless everyone with happiness, strength, wisdom, and prosperity.