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Dasara (Dussehra) 2026 in Chennai: Vijayadashami puja 1:04 PM – 3:25 PM
By Kulasekhar Mittapalli · Updated
When is Dasara (Dussehra) 2026 in Chennai?
Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Vijayadashami puja 1:04 PM – 3:25 PM (Chennai time).
In Chennai, Vijayadashami · Dasara is on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. The puja time is 1:04 PM – 3:25 PM.
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The 4 days of Dasara (Dussehra) in Chennai
| Date | Day | Time in Chennai |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Oct 19 | Durga Ashtami | Tithi Sun, Oct 18 8:29 AM → Mon, Oct 19 10:52 AM |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Maha Navami | Puja 1:04 PM – 3:25 PM (Aparahna) |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Ayudha Puja · Saraswati Puja | Puja 1:04 PM – 3:25 PM (Aparahna) |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Vijayadashami · Dasara | Puja 1:04 PM – 3:25 PM (Aparahna) |
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When is Dasara (Dussehra) 2026 in Chennai?
Vijayadashami · Dasara is on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 in Chennai. Puja time: 1:04 PM – 3:25 PM.
How are these times calculated?
From Chennai's own sunrise and sunset (NOAA) and the Moon's position (Astronomy Engine, Lahiri ayanamsa), using classical Drik Ganita rules. Confirm family customs with your priest.
Times are local to Chennai (Asia/Kolkata). Please confirm family customs with your priest.
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