October 20, 2026 Panchang: Dussehra and Muhurat

New Delhi, October 20, 2026: Vijayadashami, popularly known as Dussehra, is being observed across most parts of India on Tuesday. According to the New Delhi Panchang, Shukla Navami continues until around 12:50 PM, after which Dashami begins. The festival symbolises the victory of good over evil. Devotees worship Lord Rama and Goddess Durga, while Shami tree worship and other regional customs are also observed. Many communities organise Ravan Dahan events in the evening. Here are the day's Panchang details and important timings for New Delhi.

📅 Today's Panchang — October 20, 2026

• Day: Tuesday
• Hindu Month: Ashwin
• Paksha: Shukla Paksha
• Tithi: Navami until approximately 12:50 PM, followed by Dashami
• Dashami Ends: Approximately 2:12 PM on October 21
• Nakshatra: Shravana until approximately 6:02 PM, followed by Dhanishtha
• Yoga: Shula Yoga, continuing until approximately 12:50 AM on October 21
• Karana: Kaulava until approximately 12:50 PM
• Moon Sign: Capricorn
• Sun Sign: Libra
• Season: Sharad (autumn)
• Festival: Vijayadashami or Dussehra

🌸 Auspicious Timings — New Delhi

• Brahma Muhurta: 4:48 AM – 5:36 AM
• Abhijit Muhurta: 11:43 AM – 12:29 PM
• Vijay Muhurta: Approximately 1:59 PM – 2:45 PM
• Sunrise: Approximately 6:25 AM
• Sunset: Approximately 5:47 PM

Devotees planning Shami Puja, traditional weapon worship or other Dussehra rituals should follow the timings prescribed by their local Panchang. Ravan Dahan schedules vary by venue.

⚠️ Inauspicious Timings — New Delhi

• Rahu Kaal: 2:56 PM – 4:21 PM
• Yamaganda: 9:15 AM – 10:41 AM
• Gulika Kaal: 12:06 PM – 1:31 PM

🕉️ Today's Religious Observance

On Vijayadashami, devotees may offer prayers to Lord Rama and Goddess Durga and worship the Shami tree according to family tradition. The festival is also an opportunity to reflect on truth, courage and ethical conduct. Donating food or helping people in need can be a meaningful way to mark the occasion.

Important: Panchang timings may differ slightly by location and calculation method. Since Dashami begins around midday, confirm the appropriate puja timing with a local Panchang before planning a ceremony.