The Dussehra festival signifies the conquest of good over evil. It is believed that Lord Rama killed the demon Ravan on this day, and from that time it is celebrated as Dussehra all over India.
In many parts of India people use to fire the statue of Ravan, Kumbhkaran and Meghnath. But have you ever think that there are many places in India where Ravan is respected and worshiped?
Dussehra Special: Places of India where Ravan is respected and worshiped as lord!
We all know that Ravan is a demon but here we are going to tell you about some place of India where people worship Ravan:
Bisrakh, Up:- This place of UP has got its name after Rishi Vishrava, he was the father of demon King Ravan. This place is known as birthplace of Ravan and at this place Ravan is considered as Maha-Brahman. During Navaratri festival, people of Bisrakh offer yagans and peace prayers for Ravan.
Mandsaur, MP:- This place is situated at Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan border. Mandsaur was the paternal house of Mandodari. She was the wife of Ravan, which is why Ravan is considered as son-in-law of this place. Here Ravan is respected and worshiped for his knowledge and due to his dedication towards lord Shiva.
Kangra, Himachal Pradesh:- Baijnath is a place in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh where Ravan appeased Lord Shiva with his devotion. It is believed that Lord Shiva has granted boon to Ravan here. Ravan dahan is not performed at Kangra. People of this place respect Ravan as he is considered as the biggest devotee of Lord Shiva.
Jodhpur, Rajasthan:- It is said that the Maudgil Brahmans of Jodhpur have came from Lanka during Ravan’s marriage with Mandodari. The Maudgil Brahmans of Jodhpur performs Shraadh and Pind daan of Ravan as per Hindu rituals. These are some places of India where Ravan is worshiped.
