Dashain, also known as Vijaya Dashami, is the greatest festival for Hindus in Nepal. It symbolizes the victory of Goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura, marking the triumph of good over evil. The highlight of this festival is receiving Tika and Jamara as blessings from elders, along with prayers for prosperity and long life.
For the year 2082 BS, the most auspicious time (uttam saait) for Tika is on Thursday, October 2, 2025 (Ashoj 16, 2082) at 11:53 AM. This saait has been officially announced by the Nepal Panchanga Nirnayak Development Committee. Traditionally, it is also advised to face towards the east while receiving Tika.
When Does Dashain 2082 Begin?
This year, Dashain begins with Ghatasthapana on Ashoj 6 (September 22, 2025). The nine days of worship and celebration follow, culminating in Vijaya Dashami, the main day for Tika and Jamara, on Ashoj 16 (October 2, 2025).
Auspicious Tika Time in Nepal
- Kathmandu (Nepal): 11:53 AM, Ashoj 16 (October 2, 2025)
International Tika Timings for Dashain 2082
India
- Delhi: October 2, 11:49 AM
United States
- New York: October 1, 11:25 AM
- Kentucky: 11:57 AM
- Owensboro, Kentucky: 11:05 AM
- Texas: 11:33 AM
- Washington DC: 11:35 AM
- California: 11:11 AM
- Colorado: 11:29 AM
Canada
- Toronto: 11:17 AM
- Vancouver: 11:35 AM
Australia
- Sydney: 11:15 AM
- Melbourne: 11:35 AM
- Brisbane: 10:25 AM
- Canberra: 11:21 AM
New Zealand
- Wellington: 11:21 AM
Europe
- London (UK): 11:31 AM
- Paris (France): 11:25 AM
- Oslo (Norway): 11:35 AM
- Geneva (Switzerland): 11:55 AM
Asia
- Tokyo (Japan): 10:45 AM
- Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia): 11:15 AM
- Bangkok (Thailand): 10:39 AM
- Seoul (South Korea): 11:31 AM
- Yangon (Myanmar): 10:31 AM
- Singapore: 11:05 AM
Middle East
- Abu Dhabi (UAE): 11:05 AM
- Doha (Qatar): 9:59 AM
- Tel Aviv (Israel): 9:25 AM
- Saudi Arabia: 9:11 AM
Conclusion
The main auspicious Tika time for Dashain 2082 in Nepal is 11:53 AM on October 2, 2025. However, for Nepalis living abroad, the timings have been calculated according to their local times, allowing them to celebrate Dashain in harmony with their families and traditions.
Dashain is not just a religious occasion but also a festival of family unity, cultural identity, and shared blessings. No matter where you are in the world, receiving Tika strengthens your bond with your heritage and loved ones.
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