<p>During a Dussehra celebration on Saturday, there was a powerful explosion in an effigy of the demon king Ravan, leading many to compare the incident to a 'nuclear test'.&nbsp;The shocking moment was captured on video and quickly went viral on social media platform X, attracting widespread attention and commentary.</p>

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<h2><strong>Ravan Dahan ritual takes a turn</strong></h2>

<p>As part of the traditional Ravan Dahan ritual, the towering effigy was ignited in front of a large crowd. Shortly after the flames engulfed it, a massive explosion occurred, sending a mushroom-shaped cloud into the sky. This unexpected blast caused panic among the spectators, who hurriedly scrambled for safety, many of them capturing the chaotic scene on their phones.</p>

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<h2><strong>Significance of Dussehra</strong></h2>

<p>Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashmi, is an important Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil. One of the central events of this celebration is the burning of effigies of Ravan, his brother Kumbhakarna, and his son Meghnath. This act symbolises the triumph of Lord Ram over Ravan, a significant narrative in Hindu mythology that emphasises the importance of righteousness and the victory of good over evil.</p>

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<h2><strong>Reactions from social media</strong></h2>

<p>The viral video sparked a flurry of reactions online. Many users humorously compared the explosion to a nuclear test, with comments such as “Nuclear bomb testing was also done with Ravana Dahan.” Someone wrote “the most lethal Ravan Dahan of the year.” One user even joked by saying, “Oppenheimer if his invention was not accepted,” reflecting the dramatic nature of the explosion.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


During a Dussehra celebration on Saturday, there was a powerful explosion in an effigy of the demon king Ravan, leading many to compare the incident to a 'nuclear test'.

During a Dussehra celebration on Saturday, there was a powerful explosion in an effigy of the demon king Ravan, leading many to compare the incident to a 'nuclear test'. The shocking moment was captured on video and quickly went viral on social media platform X, attracting widespread attention and commentary. Also read | Chennai company gifts 28 cars including Mercedes Benz as Diwali gift to 'boost morale' of employees Ravan Dahan ❌ Nuclear Testing ✅ pic.twitter.com/28zKfRSjWL — Being Political (@BeingPolitical1) October 13, 2024 × Ravan Dahan ritual takes a turn As part of the traditional Ravan Dahan ritual, the towering effigy was ignited in front of a large crowd. Shortly after the flames engulfed it, a massive explosion occurred, sending a mushroom-shaped cloud into the sky. This unexpected blast caused panic among the spectators, who hurriedly scrambled for safety, many of them capturing the chaotic scene on their phones. Also read | IMD warns of heavy rainfall in southern states, Chennai prepares for impact Significance of Dussehra Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashmi, is an important Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil. One of the central events of this celebration is the burning of effigies of Ravan, his brother Kumbhakarna, and his son Meghnath. This act symbolises the triumph of Lord Ram over Ravan, a significant narrative in Hindu mythology that emphasises the importance of righteousness and the victory of good over evil. Also read | Water supply to be affected in Noida and Ghaziabad till Nov 2 Reactions from social media The viral video sparked a flurry of reactions online. Many users humorously compared the explosion to a nuclear test, with comments such as “Nuclear bomb testing was also done with Ravana Dahan.” Someone wrote “the most lethal Ravan Dahan of the year.” One user even joked by saying, “Oppenheimer if his invention was not accepted,” reflecting the dramatic nature of the explosion. (With inputs from agencies)

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