Vijayadashami 2026: President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan and other prominent leaders extended greetings to citizens on the occasion of Vijayadashami on Tuesday, October 20, wishing people happiness, prosperity and success while highlighting the festival’s message of the victory of good over evil.
PM Modi extends heartfelt greetings on Vijayadashami
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi extended heartfelt greetings on Vijayadashami and expressed hope that the festival would strengthen people’s resolve and bring happiness, prosperity and success to every life.
“Heartfelt greetings of Vijayadashami to you all. May this festival of victory, filled with joy and faith, imbue everyone’s resolve with renewed strength. May every life be enriched with happiness, prosperity, and success-this is my sincere wish,” he wrote.
The Prime Minister also shared verses describing Lord Rama as the embodiment of dharma, goodness, truth and valour.
President Murmu calls for inclusive society, ‘Viksit Bharat’
President Droupadi Murmu extended her greetings to Indians living in the country and abroad, highlighting the spiritual and moral significance of Vijayadashami.
In her message, the President said the festival symbolises Lord Shri Ram’s victory over Ravana and celebrates the triumph of dharma and justice over adharma and injustice.
She called upon citizens to uphold the ideals of morality and duty rooted in Indian culture and contribute towards building an inclusive society and a Viksit Bharat.
“Indian culture is rooted in the ideals of morality and duty. On this occasion, let us resolve to uphold the noble ideals of our cultural traditions and contribute towards building an inclusive society and a Viksit Bharat,” she said.
President Murmu also extended her wishes for the happiness, good health and well-being of all citizens.
Vice-President Radhakrishnan says Dussehra reaffirms faith in truth
Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan extended greetings to citizens across the country and members of the Indian diaspora worldwide on the occasion of Dussehra and Vijayadashami.
He said the festivals reflect India’s rich cultural heritage, shared civilisational values and the spirit of unity in diversity.
According to the Vice-President, the celebrations reinforce faith in truth, righteousness and justice while symbolising the enduring victory of good over evil.
He expressed hope that the festivals would strengthen harmony and brotherhood and inspire people to work together towards a peaceful, prosperous and inclusive Bharat.
Rajnath Singh highlights victory of righteousness over evil
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also conveyed his greetings on the sacred occasion, describing Vijayadashami as a celebration of righteousness over unrighteousness, truth over falsehood and good over evil.
He said the festival represents India’s faith, civilisation and cultural traditions.
In his message, Singh prayed that the occasion would bring happiness, peace and prosperity to people’s lives while fostering greater harmony and goodwill in society.
CM Yogi Adityanath urges people to follow Lord Ram’s ideals
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended greetings to residents of the state and devotees on Vijayadashami, emphasising the ideals and values associated with Lord Shri Ram.
“Where there is righteousness, there is victory,” he said in his message.
Yogi said the festival inspires people to give up ego and negativity and follow the path of truth, righteousness and the welfare of all. He also wished for happiness, peace and prosperity in everyone’s life.
Why is Vijayadashami celebrated?
Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra, is celebrated to mark the victory of good over evil. The festival commemorates Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana, as described in the Ramayana, and symbolises the triumph of righteousness over wrongdoing.
The occasion is observed across India through religious ceremonies, cultural programmes, Ramlila performances and the traditional burning of effigies of Ravana, Meghnad and Kumbhakarna.
In several regions, Vijayadashami also marks the culmination of Durga Puja and commemorates Goddess Durga’s victory over the demon Mahishasura.
Despite regional differences in customs and celebrations, the festival carries a common message of courage, integrity, truth and righteousness, encouraging people to overcome negativity and strengthen social harmony.