Know how Dussehra is celebrated differently across different regions

Dussehra typically falls on the after nine days of Navaratri which is celebrated for the victory over the evil or demon through Lord Rama or goddess Durga and this celebration is expressed through peace and knowledge across the country. In eastern and Northeastern states of India, Vijayadashami is celebrated in the name of warrior goddess Durga, who usually is depicted riding on a tiger and wielding many weapons in her eight arms. They celebrate the goddess Durga victory over the buffalo demon. In northern, southern and western states, they celebrate Dussehra by burning huge effigies of the demon Ravana before setting off fireworks to celebrate the destruction of evil. It basically celebrates the victory of good over evil. This year Dussehra is celebrated on 30th September. It is a nine days festival with worship, music and dance.