The tradition of receiving Dashain Tika continues today on Ashwin Shukla Dwadashi. After the commencement of tika on Vijaya Dashami, people have been visiting their elders to receive tika and blessings on Ekadashi and Dwadashi as well.
Following nine days of worship during Navaratri and the immersion of the goddess, the practice of tika began on Vijaya Dashami. Those who were unable to receive tika on Thursday can continue the ritual until Kojagrat Purnima.
In some western districts of Nepal, however, the custom is limited to receiving tika and blessings only on Vijaya Dashami. In contrast, in the Kathmandu Valley and eastern regions, Dashain celebrations extend until the full moon day (Purnima).
