Dussehra 2024: Top 5 places in Delhi NCR to watch Ravan Dahan this Vijayadashmi
Dussehra or Viyajadashmi is celebrated every year to mark the victory of Lord Rama over Ravana as well as to honour the triumph of Goddess Durga over Mahishasura. One of the most important religious festivals, Dussehra, also marks the end of the Navratri. The main highlight of the Dussehra celebrations is watching the Ravan dahan aka the burning of effigies of Ravana, Kumbhakarna, and Meghnad, which is accompanied by enjoying fairs, organised across the country.?
From riding a Ferris wheel to gorging on mouthwatering dishes, Dussehra Melas are a must-visit with your family, especially if you have young children. If you are a Delhiite, here are the top 5 Dussehra Melas you can visit to enjoy the festive season as well as witness the Ravan dahan.
Best Dussehra melas to watch Ravan Dahan in Delhi NCR?
1) Ramlila Maidan, Ajmeri Gate
Ramlila Maidan or Ramlila Ground near the Delhi Gate is one of the most popular places to witness the Ravan dahan and enjoy the fair games and food. Hosted by the Shri Ram Lila committee, this field offers great fun and festivities for all and is famous for having some of the tallest effigies.
2) Red Fort Ground
Lal Qila Maila Maidan or the Red Fort Ground is known to feature one of the city's grandest Dussehra Mela. From exciting rides and games to mouthwatering food stalls, there is an endless array of activities you get to partake in along with watching the Ravan dahan. Hosted by?Luv Kush of the Ram Leela Committee, this is the city's most iconic Ravan dahan. While last year Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut participated in the festivities, this year the event is going to host Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor and Rohit Shetty.
3) Dwarka Sector 10 Ground
The Dussehra celebrations hosted at?Dwarka Sri Ram Leela Society in DDA Grounds in Sector 10 by the Dwarka Sri Ram Leela Society attract several dignitaries and VVIPs every year, Last year, the Ravan dahan was kickstarted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi himself. An excellent fair for all those who live in West Delhi and Gurguram and do not want the hassle of coming to central Delhi.
4)?Shriram Bharatiya Kala Kendra, Mandi House
A one-stop shop for all your Dussehra entertainment, this is the perfect location for you to visit if you have a flair for history and want to immerse in the epic Ramayana. The lawns at the?Shriram Bharatiya Kala Kendra which is a cultural centre offer a unique experience to all those who want to know more about the Ramayana lore as a performance of Ramleela is organised before the Ravan Dahan.
5) JLN Stadium
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium is the city's hub of cultural fairs. From food festivals to Dussehra and Diwali Melas, the stadium lawns are known to attract Delhi residents almost every week or the other. Hosted by the Shri Ram Dharmik Leela Committee, Dussehra Mela at the JLN Stadium features one of the most exciting fireworks shows where you get to see towering effigies being burnt to ashes.
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