Dashain, the longest and most significant festival in Nepal, is a Hindu celebration that typically lasts for 15 days, marking the victory of good over evil. It is dedicated to the goddess Durga and celebrates her triumph over the demon Mahishasura, symbolising the victory of righteousness. Dashain usually falls between September and October, according to the lunar calendar, and is celebrated with great fervour not only in Nepal but also among Nepalese communities worldwide. The festival brings families together for worship, feasts, and rituals, creating a deep sense of unity and renewal. Dashain 2024 has begun from October 3 and will end on October 16. On the auspicious occasion of Dashain 2024, we bring you Dashain 2024 wishes and Maa Durga images for free download online. You can share these through WhatsApp messages as you express your Dashain greetings to your close friends and family with photos and Dashain HD wallpapers.

The first nine days of Dashain, are dedicated to the worship of the Goddess Durga in her various forms. Temples and households are adorned with offerings, and rituals such as animal sacrifices are performed in some traditions to honour the goddess and seek her blessings for protection and prosperity. On the seventh day, Phulpati, a special ceremony, is conducted, where sacred offerings are brought from Gorkha to Kathmandu, symbolising the goddess's arrival. The eighth and ninth days, Maha Ashtami and Maha Navami, are marked by heightened prayers and sacrifices, highlighting the power of Durga. As you celebrate Dashain 2024, we bring you Dashain wishes, Maa Durga images, photos, greetings and wallpapers that you can download for free online.

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WhatsApp Message Reads: Wishing You a Blessed Dashain Full of Love, Happiness, Good Health, and Success!

Dashain Images (Photo Credits: File Image)

WhatsApp Message Reads: May This Dashain Bring You All Happiness, Good Health, and Success in Everything You Do!

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WhatsApp Message Reads: Wishing You a Wonderful Dashain! May It Be Filled With All the Joys and Happiness!

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WhatsApp Message Reads: Dashain Is a Time for Family, Friends, and Loved Ones. Wishing You All the Happiness and Joys That Come With It!

The tenth day, Vijayadashami, is the most important day of Dashain. It signifies the victory of good over evil, as Lord Ram's victory over the demon king Ravana and Durga's defeat of Mahishasura are celebrated. On this day, elders place *tika* (a mixture of rice, yogurt, and vermilion) on the foreheads of younger family members and offer blessings for their prosperity, health, and long life. Families come together to exchange gifts, share festive meals, and renew relationships. The tika ritual fosters a sense of unity and blessings that strengthens familial bonds.

Throughout the festival, Dashain is a time of joy, celebration, and reflection. Houses are cleaned and decorated, new clothes are worn, and kites are flown as part of the festivities. Dashain symbolises not only the victory of good over evil but also the triumph of renewal, community, and faith. It is a festival that transcends religious boundaries, bringing people together to celebrate life, family, and the universal message of hope and righteousness.

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