The annual ‘Vijayadashmi Utsav’ event of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) started with workers’ ‘Path Sanchalan’ (route march) at Maharashtra’s Nagpur on Tuesday.

The ceremonial Dussehra event is graced by singer-composer Shankar Mahadevan as the Chief Guest of the function.

#WATCH | RSS holds annual Vijaydashmi Utsav in Nagpur, Maharashtra. pic.twitter.com/oDci1JUSnI

— ANI (@ANI) October 24, 2023

Speaking on occasion, Shankar Mahadevan extended his greetings to everyone on the occasion of Vijayadashmi and thanked the RSS chief for inviting him as the Chief Guest of the event.

“I want to extend my greetings to everyone on the occasion of Vijayadashami. I am very honoured & privileged that I have been welcomed as a chief guest at this function. I want to thank the RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat and the entire Swayamsevak Sangh family. I am very excited to attend this program,” Shankar Mahadevan said while speaking to ANI at the event.

On the occasion, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat paid tribute to the founder of the organisation KB Hedgewar.

Shankar Mahadevan was also seen offering floral tributes at the statue of KB Hedgewar.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat also performed ‘Shastra Pooja’ on the occasion of ‘Vijayadashami Utsav’.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis were also present at the event.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished the nation today on Dussehra, celebrated every year at the end of Navaratri. 

“Best wishes to my family members across the country on Vijayadashami. This holy festival brings the message of ending negative forces as well as adopting goodness in life. Wishing you all a Happy Vijaya Dashami!” the PM posted on X.

देशभर के मेरे परिवारजनों को विजयादशमी की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं। यह पावन पर्व नकारात्मक शक्तियों के अंत के साथ ही जीवन में अच्छाई को अपनाने का संदेश लेकर आता है।

Wishing you all a Happy Vijaya Dashami!

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 24, 2023

Home Minister Amit Shah also extended his greetings and said: “Best wishes to all on ‘Vijayadashami’. No matter how dense the darkness of unrighteousness is, the victory of the light of righteousness based on truth is eternal. Symbolic of the victory of virtue over sin, ‘Vijayadashami’ is a festival that inspires and teaches us to always follow the path of wisdom and truth. May Lord Shri Ram bless everyone. Jai Shri Ram!”

समस्त देशवासियों को ‘विजयादशमी’ की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं।
अधर्म का अंधकार चाहे कितना भी घना क्यों न हो, सत्य के आधार पर धर्म के उजाले की विजय शाश्वत है। पाप पर पुण्य की विजय का प्रतीक ‘विजयादशमी’ हमें सदैव विवेक और सत्य के मार्ग पर चलने की प्रेरणा व शिक्षा देने वाला पर्व है।
प्रभु… pic.twitter.com/FX8bcVnNle

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) October 24, 2023

The festival of Dussehra will be celebrated across the country today, with effigies of Ravana being burned to mark the victory of good over evil.

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) will hold its annual Vijaydashmi Utsav in Nagpur today. The customary Dussehra gathering will be addressed by RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat at the Reshimbaug ground – an integral part of the organisation’s event calendar, a release said.

As the ODI Cricket World Cup is underway in India, the Australia Captain took some time off from the field and spent time with his family in Delhi. He shared a sneak peek of his day with his son and wife as he visited the famous Lodhi Gardens in south Delhi. 

The cricketer posted a couple of photos and videos to Instagram with the caption, “Day out in Delhi.” In the post, Mr Cummins and his son Albie are seen sitting on a bench. In another picture, his little boy is seen walking and running around the gardens. The third picture displays an adorable moment between his wife Becky and their son. The last slide in the carousel melted the hearts of the cricketer’s fans as his son was seen observing a stray dog while lying on the ground.

Since being shared, the post has amassed over 49,000 likes and several comments. 

“That video at the end…. Soooooooo cute!” said a user.

“So cute last one,” added another user.

A third person added, “So good Pat – lovely to see you enjoy Lodhi gardens! This park is a true treasure for Delhi-ites.”

“They are too cutee and adorable,” said a fourth person.

“Nice picture composition!!! Late October in Delhi is beautiful. Hope Cummins family enjoys hospitality of Delhi,” added a person.

“Albie is such a mood,” noted a person.

However, some people were also worried about his safety in the national capital. 

“Roaming in Delhi without any security??? are you serious bro??” said a person. Another added, “Sorry to say but It’s Not safe here.”

Meanwhile, Australia defeated Pakistan in a run-fest at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru on Friday. David Warner slammed 163 off 124 while Mitchell Marsh hit 121 off 108 to help Australia post 367 for 9 in 50 overs after getting an invitation to bat. The Pat Cummins-led side managed to post a big total despite Shaheen Afridi’s five-wicket haul (5 for 54). In reply, Pakistan were bundled out for 305, thanks to Adam Zampa’s 4 for 53. Imam-ul-Haq (70) and Abdullah Shafique (64) stitched a solid opening stand of 134 runs but Pakistan failed to cash in on the opportunity. They will be now facing the Netherlands at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi tomorrow.