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Bihar's tallest Ravana effigy set to be burnt at Patna's Gandhi Maidan today
✍️ Patna Press
🗓 21 Oct 2026, 03:36 AM
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The tallest Ravana statue in Bihar will be set ablaze today at Gandhi Maidan in Patna as part of Dussehra celebrations, according to Patna Press.
Patna, Bihar – A towering Ravana effigy, claimed to be the tallest in the state, is scheduled for a ceremonial burning today at Gandhi Maidan. The event marks the climax of the Dussehra festivities in the capital city, as reported by Patna Press.
Organisers say the massive figure will be ignited after a cultural programme that includes folk performances and religious chants. The tradition of burning Ravana symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and draws large crowds each year.
Local authorities have deployed police and fire‑service personnel to manage the gathering and ensure safety. Residents and visitors are expected to line the Maidan to witness the spectacle, which is a highlight of the region’s Dussehra celebrations.
Organisers say the massive figure will be ignited after a cultural programme that includes folk performances and religious chants. The tradition of burning Ravana symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and draws large crowds each year.
Local authorities have deployed police and fire‑service personnel to manage the gathering and ensure safety. Residents and visitors are expected to line the Maidan to witness the spectacle, which is a highlight of the region’s Dussehra celebrations.