{
  "id": 15824108,
  "title": "Indore Dussehra 2026: Flying Ravan, Terrorist Effigy Steal The Show As Thousands Witness Ravan Dahan",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/20/indore-dussehra-2026-flying-ravan-terrorist-effigy-steal-the-show-as",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-20T23:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/indore/indore-dussehra-2026-flying-ravan-terrorist-effigy-steal-the-show-as-thousands-witness-ravan-dahan"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Indore (Madhya Pradesh) witnessed thousands of people gather at key locations across the city on Dussehra to partake in the traditional Ravan Dahan. The festival, symbolizing the victory of good over evil, was celebrated with great enthusiasm and festive spirit. In Dussehra Maidan, a massive crowd assembled to watch the towering Ravan effigy be set ablaze. Children, donning toy swords and bows, added to the festive atmosphere, eagerly participating in the celebrations. Spectators remained highly excited, eagerly awaiting the much-anticipated moment of Ravan Dahan.\n\nThe event saw Tilak Nagar become a hub of activity as it attracted thousands of people eager to witness the burning of Ravan's effigy. Families and residents joined the festivities, transforming the occasion into a vibrant community gathering. The celebration echoed Indore's enduring love for the traditional festival and its rich cultural significance. One peculiar sight that caught the attention of spectators was the depiction of a terrorist effigy alongside a flying Ravan effigy. This unique presentation added a contemporary touch to the traditional festivities, further enhancing the appeal of the event.\n\nThe celebrations coincided with the triumph of Lord Ram over Ravan, reinforcing the timeless message of righteousness over evil. Chimanbagh emerged as another prominent center for Dussehra celebrations, where residents congregated to witness the Ravan Dahan and immerse themselves in the festivities. Vijay Nagar also played its part in the city's collective celebration, with people coming together to enjoy the traditional spectacle. The spirit of the festival was palpable as families and community members united to commemorate the occasion.\n\nThe festivities extended to Ravan at Chhavni and Neelkanth Colony, where the traditional fervor of Ravan Dahan was witnessed by the residents. Indore's Ravana Dahan 2026 was marked by major venues hosting an impressive display of effigies and the burning rituals. Spectators gathered to marvel at the heights of the effigies and the precise timings of the burning, adding to the overall excitement of the event.",
  "summary": "Indore (Madhya Pradesh): Thousands gathered at prominent venues across Indore on Dussehra to witness the traditional 'Ravan Dahan', celebrating the victory of good over evil amid festive fervour. Dussehra Maidan witnessed a massive gathering as people arrived with their families to watch the towering effigy of Ravan go up in flames. Children were seen carrying toy swords, bows and arrows,…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}