In Brief
- PM Modi calls Ramlila the end of tyranny and terror at Delhi Dussehra.
- He highlighted cultural heritage during the festival celebrations.
- PM Modi attended the event in the national capital on October 20, 2026.
- His speech underlined Ramlila's significance in Indian tradition.
PM Modi addresses Dussehra celebration in Delhi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended and addressed the Dussehra celebration held in Delhi on October 20, 2026. In his speech, he described Ramlila, the dramatic folk re-enactment of Lord Rama’s life story, as a representation of the triumph over tyranny and terror.
He stressed the cultural importance of Ramlila in embodying the values of victory of good over evil, an integral theme of Dussehra festivities. By highlighting this, PM Modi connected the festival to contemporary ideals of justice and moral courage.
The event gathered local citizens and dignitaries in the national capital, emphasizing the continued relevance of traditions in modern India. PM Modi's remarks underscored the festival’s role in preserving and promoting Indian cultural heritage.
The celebration included traditional performances illustrating the story of Lord Rama, culminating in the symbolic burning of effigies representing evil forces, in line with customary Dussehra practices observed across India.
