Chaite Dashain generally falls in the month, of Chaitra, which is also the last festival in the Nepali calendar year. This festival is followed by Ram Navami, the birthday of Lord Ram. In some parts of Nepal and India, Chaite Dashain is called Chaitra Navratri. Chaite Dashain is basically a celebration of the victory of good over evil.
After spending 14 years in exile, Lord Ram returned to Ayodhya on Chaite Dashain with his wife Sita, brother Laxman, Hanuman, and his army. This day was observed as a celebration by the people of Ayodhya, which has since been an established custom.
The victory of Lord Ram over Ravan is symbolic of human victory over the 10 sense organs, five of which are related to knowledge and five to our actions. Ram is supposed to have worshipped Goddess Durga Bhawani for nine days before killing Ravan. As a result, the first nine days are considered worship days, while the tenth day is the victory day for receiving Prasad.
During this time, people used to celebrate the major Dashain (Bada Dashain). But, with the arrival of summer, individuals began to suffer from a variety of health issues as a result of the heavy food consumed during this celebration. As a result, the same holiday was transferred to fall and was celebrated in the same way.
During Chaite Dashain, Goddess Durga is worshipped, and animal sacrifices are performed in some temples, particularly those dedicated to Durga Bhawani. Buffalos, goats, chickens, and ducks are sacrificed in Kathmandu’s Hanuman Dhoka Durbar Square and Bhaktapur’s Durbar Square.
This festival is a national celebration in Nepal. Individuals prefer spending their days off with their families and friends. They consume delicious meals and invite family and loved ones to the feast.
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