Dussehra 2037: date and Vijay muhurat
Dussehra is on Sunday, 18 October, 2037. In Chennai, the afternoon (aparahna) window is 1:04 pm to 3:26 pm. Shukla Dashami runs from 7:59 pm, 17 Oct to 10:08 pm, 18 Oct.
Dussehra 2037 muhurat by city
Shukla Dashami runs from 7:59 pm, 17 Oct to 10:08 pm, 18 Oct (Indian Standard Time).
| City | Date | Puja window | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyderabad | 18 Oct | 1:11 pm to 3:31 pm | 5:52 pm |
| Delhi | 18 Oct | 1:14 pm to 3:31 pm | 5:48 pm |
| Mumbai | 18 Oct | 1:33 pm to 3:53 pm | 6:13 pm |
| Chennai | 18 Oct | 1:04 pm to 3:26 pm | 5:48 pm |
| Bengaluru | 18 Oct | 1:15 pm to 3:37 pm | 5:58 pm |
| Kolkata | 18 Oct | 12:30 pm to 2:49 pm | 5:08 pm |
| Vijayawada | 18 Oct | 1:02 pm to 3:23 pm | 5:44 pm |
| Visakhapatnam | 18 Oct | 12:52 pm to 3:12 pm | 5:33 pm |
| Pune | 18 Oct | 1:29 pm to 3:49 pm | 6:09 pm |
| Ahmedabad | 18 Oct | 1:34 pm to 3:52 pm | 6:11 pm |
| Jaipur | 18 Oct | 1:20 pm to 3:38 pm | 5:55 pm |
| Lucknow | 18 Oct | 12:59 pm to 3:17 pm | 5:34 pm |
Windows follow the traditional rule for this festival and the tithi timing for each city. Tithi times agree with the major panchangams to within about a minute; for a vrata or homam, confirm the family custom with your purohit.
Dussehra 2037 Choghadiya in Chennai
Many families, especially in Gujarat and Rajasthan, choose the puja or shopping time on Dussehra from the Choghadiya. Amrit, Shubh and Labh are the good periods; Char also suits travel.
| Time | Choghadiya | Quality |
|---|---|---|
| 5:59 am to 7:28 am | Udveg | Avoid |
| 7:28 am to 8:56 am | Char | Weak |
| 8:56 am to 10:25 am | Labh | Good |
| 10:25 am to 11:53 am | Amrit | Good |
| 11:53 am to 1:22 pm | Kaal | Avoid |
| 1:22 pm to 2:51 pm | Shubh | Good |
| 2:51 pm to 4:19 pm | Rog | Avoid |
| 4:19 pm to 5:48 pm | Udveg | Avoid |
| 5:48 pm to 7:19 pm (night) | Shubh | Good |
| 7:19 pm to 8:51 pm (night) | Amrit | Good |
| 8:51 pm to 10:22 pm (night) | Char | Weak |
| 10:22 pm to 11:54 pm (night) | Rog | Avoid |
| 11:54 pm to 1:25 am (night) | Kaal | Avoid |
| 1:25 am to 2:56 am (night) | Labh | Good |
| 2:56 am to 4:28 am (night) | Udveg | Avoid |
| 4:28 am to 5:59 am (night) | Shubh | Good |
What to do
- Worship the Shami tree and exchange Shami (Jammi) leaves
- Begin a new course, instrument or skill
- Worship tools, vehicles and books if not done on Navami
About Dussehra
Vijayadashami, or Dussehra, falls on Ashwin Shukla Dashami, the day after the nine nights of Navaratri. It celebrates Goddess Durga's victory over Mahishasura and Lord Rama's victory over Ravana. In South India it is a favoured day to begin learning (Vidyarambham); in North India Ravana effigies are burnt at the end of Ramlila; in Mysuru it closes the Dasara celebrations with the Jamboo Savari procession.
How the timing is decided
The main observances, including Shami puja and Aparajita puja, are done in the afternoon (aparahna) while Dashami prevails. The whole day is traditionally considered auspicious for new beginnings.
Also on Sunday, 18 October in Chennai
- Rahu Kalam4:19 pm to 5:48 pm
- Sunrise and sunset5:59 am and 5:48 pm
- Moonrise and moonsetMoonrise 2:15 pm, moonset 1:17 am
- Tithi at sunriseShukla Dashami
- NakshatraShravana
Questions people ask
When is Dussehra in 2037?
Dussehra is on Sunday, 18 October, 2037.
What is the Vijay Muhurat on Dussehra 2037 in Chennai?
Vijay Muhurat, the eleventh of the fifteen daytime muhurtas, is 1:52 pm to 2:39 pm in Chennai. It is traditionally the most favoured time on Dussehra for Shami puja and new starts.
What is the Dussehra 2037 Vijay muhurat in Chennai?
In Chennai, the afternoon (aparahna) window is 1:04 pm to 3:26 pm. Shukla Dashami runs from 7:59 pm, 17 Oct to 10:08 pm, 18 Oct.
Why is Dussehra celebrated?
Vijayadashami, or Dussehra, falls on Ashwin Shukla Dashami, the day after the nine nights of Navaratri. It celebrates Goddess Durga's victory over Mahishasura and Lord Rama's victory over Ravana.