Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is one of the most auspicious days in the Hindu calendar, symbolizing the victory of good over evil. This year, Dussehra 2025 will be observed on October 2, with the Dashami tithi (Shukla Paksha Dashami) prevailing throughout the day. Renowned astrologer and healer Ashutosh Clairvoyant has shared detailed guidance on how to harness the powerful energies of the day for spiritual, financial, and personal success.
Vijay Muhurat: The Window for Victory
According to Ashutosh, the Vijaya (Vijay) Muhurat, a highly auspicious period for new beginnings, falls between 2:09 PM and 2:56 PM IST on October 2. He emphasizes that this time is ideal for starting ventures, signing important documents, or launching spiritual practices. Even if major transactions are scheduled outside this slot, performing pujas and sankalp during the Vijay Muhurat can amplify blessings.
Step-by-Step Rituals for Dussehra
Ashutosh recommends the following sequence to maximize the positive energy of the day:
Preparation: Take a bath, clean the altar, and arrange a red cloth, flowers, incense, ghee lamp, turmeric, kumkum, and fruits.
Sankalp (Resolve): Face east or north, offer water, and state your intention aloud—for example, starting a new project with Maa Durga’s blessings.
Ganesh Puja: Chant “Om Gan Ganapataye Namah” 11 times to remove obstacles.
Devi / Durga Invocation: Offer 9 ghee diyas or flowers, chant “Om Dum Durgayei Namaha”, or recite the Devi Kavach / Durga Saptashati. 108 repetitions are ideal; 11 or 21 are sufficient for shorter practice.
Hanuman Puja: Chant the Hanuman Chalisa or “Om Namo Hanumate Namah” 11–21 times to invoke courage and protection.
Lakshmi/Kubera Puja: For wealth, chant “Om Shreem Mahalakshmyai Namah” 108 (or 21) times and place a coin or diya in a safe spot.
Closure and Prasadam: End with Mahamrityunjaya chants (11–21 times for health/protection) and distribute fruits or sweets. Small havans, if possible, can magnify results.
Zodiac-Specific Guidance
Ashutosh also outlined zodiac-specific recommendations based on planetary positions for 2025:
Aries: Focus on leadership and career ventures; invoke Hanuman and Ganesh.
Taurus: Property and wealth matters; perform Lakshmi/Kubera puja before starting paperwork during Vijay Muhurat.
Gemini: Saraswati puja for communication, teaching, and writing projects.
Cancer: Family, health, and property decisions are favored; Jupiter brings strong blessings.
Leo: Humility and gratitude puja enhance visibility and recognition.
Scorpio: Career breakthroughs; Durga and Hanuman chants recommended.
Pisces: Saturn and Rahu energy support disciplined spiritual or creative work.
According to Ashutosh, Aries, Cancer, Leo, Scorpio, and Pisces will feel the strongest planetary blessings this Dussehra.
Key Mantras for the Day
Health & Strength: Hanuman Chalisa or “Om Aim Hreem Kleem Chamundayai Vichche” (108 times)
Wealth & Prosperity: “Om Shreem Mahalakshmyai Namah” (108 times with ghee lamp)
Victory in Career/Business: Write “श्री राम” 108 times on red ink and place in cashbox/locker
Protection & Clearing Negativity: Mahamrityunjaya 21 times, offer red flowers to Durga, burn camphor