Hyderabad, Oct. 20 -- Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, was celebrated across Telangana on Tuesday with religious fervour and enthusiasm, marking the triumph of good over evil.
A large number of devotees, including women and children, thronged temples dedicated to Goddess Durga and offered special prayers. The festival marks the culmination of Navaratri and commemorates Goddess Durga's victory over the demon Mahishasura.
Various traditional rituals, including Shami Puja, Ayudha Puja and vehicle puja, were performed across the State. People exchanged Jammi leaves, greeted friends and relatives, and conveyed Vijayadashami wishes.
Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla and Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy extended Vijayadashami greetings ...