Ahmedabad, October 20, 2026: A grand Ravana Dahan programme will be held today at AES Ground in the Thaltej area of Ahmedabad to mark Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami. The event, organised by Shanti Seva Charitable Trust, is scheduled to begin at 5:30 PM.
The main attraction will be the burning of a 51-foot-tall effigy of Ravana, accompanied by 35-foot effigies of Meghnath and Kumbhakarna. The celebration will also feature fireworks and a traditional Gujarati folk programme by renowned artist Sairam Dave.
Ahmedabad Dussehra Event: Date, Time and Venue
Here are the key details for people planning to attend the celebration:
- Event: Vijayadashami Mahotsav 2026 and Ravana Dahan
- Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
- Starting time: 5:30 PM
- Venue: AES Ground, Thaltej, Ahmedabad
- Organiser: Shanti Seva Charitable Trust
- Main attraction: 51-foot Ravana effigy
- Other effigies: 35-foot Meghnath and Kumbhakarna
- Cultural programme: Gujarati folk performance by Sairam Dave
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Ahmedabad Mayor Hitesh Barot are expected to attend the event, according to the announcement.
Sairam Dave’s Folk Performance to Be Part of Celebrations
Along with the traditional effigy burning, the programme will feature a Sanatani Lokdayro by Gujarati folk artist and litterateur Sairam Dave. The performance is intended to celebrate Gujarati folk culture and traditions.
The event is expected to bring families and visitors together for an evening of religious observance and cultural festivities. Visitors should follow event-organiser instructions and local traffic or safety advisories.
Why Is Ravana Dahan Celebrated on Dussehra?
Dussehra, or Vijayadashami, symbolises the victory of good over evil and righteousness over wrongdoing. In the Ramayana tradition, the burning of Ravana’s effigy commemorates Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana.
The festival is celebrated across India through religious ceremonies, cultural programmes and Ravana Dahan events. In Gujarat, Vijayadashami is also observed through traditional rituals and community celebrations.
What Visitors Should Know
People planning to attend the AES Ground programme should allow extra time for travel, as traffic and parking may be affected around the venue during the evening. Confirm the latest event arrangements and access information before leaving.
The 51-foot Ravana Dahan event is among Ahmedabad’s scheduled Dussehra attractions for October 20, offering residents an opportunity to observe the festival and experience Gujarati folk culture.
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