The idol of Goddess Durga Devi is installed on the first day and worshipped for nine successive days during Durga Navratri. The immersion, also called as Nimajjan or Visarjan is performed in an enthusiastic and entertaining atmosphere. Devotees participate in the immersion of Durga Devi idol with great devotion.

When is Durga Devi Nimajjan?
Usually, Durga Devi Nimajjan is performed on the day of Vijaya Dashami / Dussehra / Dasara. In some regions of India, Durga Devi Nimajjan is performed on the day after Vijaya Dashami or the 11th (eleventh) day of Durga Puja.

When is Durga Devi Visarjan in 2008?
In 2008, Durga Devi Visarjan is performed on the day of Dasara i.e, on 9th October, Thursday. In some places Durga Devi Visarjan day in 2008 is 10th October, Friday. Based on the regional traditions and culture Durga Devi Visarjan is performed.

Myth or Story Behind Durga Devi Nimajjan :
After demolishing buffalo demon, Mahishasura, the Mother Goddess is in a very ferocious mood. No one could stop the Goddess in that mood. All the Rishis, Munishwars and Gods prayed to her to keep away from her ‘Ugra roopam’ (highly anger form) and to keep her calm. To calm her, Vijaya Dashami is celebrated and the idol of Mother Goddess is immersed in water.

The Procedure of Durga devi Immersion :
On the last day of Durga Devi Puja, Durga Devi is worshipped with utmost devotion. Devotees praise and pray to the idol of the Goddess for the last time in the year. They offer various types of ‘Naivedya’ (food offerings). Idol of Durga Devi is taken for a procession on the main streets to give an opportunity to all devotees to visit, pray and offer ‘Aarti’ to the idol of Goddess Durga Devi. The procession of the idol of Durga Devi ends with the immersion of the idol into water.

Ravanasura Vadha – A Tradition on The Day of Dasara :
Dussehra marks the win of good over evil or bad. Dussehra means – the defeat of Ravana, who has 10 (duss) heads. Dashakanta is the other name of demon Ravanasura. Nowadays, it has become a tradition to burn giant effigies of demon king, Ravana.

A giant effigy of Ravana is made on the day of Dasara and in the evening the effigy is burned. The burning process is done with the help of crackers and some other explosives. Large number of people attend to watch this great tradition of burning evil and restoring peace and calmness.

Jai Jai Jai Jagadamba – Agle Basras Toh Jaldi Aana