Dussehra Wishes for Employees: Respectful, Inclusive Messages

Dussehra, or Vijaya Dashami, is celebrated throughout India and in South Asia as a holiday to honor the triumph of good over evil and the spirit of a new beginning. As a modern workplace, it is a considerate opportunity for you to show consideration of your colleagues’ culture, express gratitude to people, and wish for hope for the next quarter.

Here is a list of respectful team greetings/message ideas for Dussehra, which you can copy & paste and modify as needed for format applications such as Slack, email, or Group Card. All of the messages written below are in a respectful, non-assuming, and HR-safe way, ideal for working with multicultural teams and coworkers around the world.

Quick etiquette (so your wishes land well)

Be inclusive by default. Use neutral, welcoming language: “Wishing you a joyful Dussehra” rather than assuming everyone observes.
Keep it short and specific. One or two lines that connect to teamwork or renewal feel authentic.
Avoid stereotypes & directives. Celebrate the values (goodness, learning, fresh starts) rather than prescribing religious observances.
Be time-zone aware. If you have global teams, schedule your message so it lands during local working hours.
Offer flexibility. If your company supports flexible schedules around festivals, mention it kindly.
Use the right channel. For company-wide greetings, a group card or all-hands note works nicely; for peers, a quick Slack line is perfect.

How to send (fast)

Pick a template from Office or Thank You and click Create.
Title your card (e.g., “Warm Dussehra Wishes from the [Team Name] Crew”).
Paste 1–2 wishes from below.
Invite co-signers via link and schedule delivery.
Add a gratitude note for the team’s Q3/Q4 push.
Cross-link to Group Cards if others want to start their own.

Short, neutral wishes (great for Slack or card headers)

Wishing you a peaceful, purpose-filled Dussehra and fresh beginnings.
May the spirit of Dussehra bring clarity, courage, and kindness to our work.
Warm Dussehra wishes—here’s to good choices and good teamwork.
Celebrating the values of Dussehra with gratitude for this team.
May we all carry forward what’s good—today and this quarter.
Dussehra blessings to those who observe—and warm wishes to all.
Here’s to learning, resilience, and new starts—Happy Dussehra.
May your day be bright with hope and community.
Honoring Dussehra’s message of goodness—together we grow.
Wishing you well-being, wisdom, and meaningful work.

From leadership/HR to all employees

On Dussehra, we celebrate integrity, courage, and community—thank you for living these values.
Warm Dussehra wishes to everyone who observes. May this season bring renewal for all of us.
Today we reflect on what’s good and recommit to doing it together. Happy Dussehra.
Your dedication is the heart of this company. Wishing you a joyful Dussehra.
May the spirit of Dussehra inspire fairness, empathy, and bold ideas across our teams.
To our global colleagues: thank you for the care you bring daily. Warm Dussehra greetings.
We’re grateful for every small act of goodness that lifts our culture. Happy Dussehra.
May this season open space for growth, rest, and meaningful connections.
Thank you for showing up with kindness—wishing you a peaceful Dussehra.
As we celebrate, we recommit to a workplace where everyone belongs.

Manager → team (supportive, appreciation-first)

Thank you for the grit and grace you’ve shown this sprint. Warm Dussehra wishes to all.
May Dussehra’s message of renewal bring ease to your week—appreciate every one of you.
Your efforts make a real difference. Wishing you a bright, balanced Dussehra.
Here’s to good choices, kind feedback, and shared wins. Happy Dussehra, team.
Proud of what we’ve built—may the season bring clarity and calm.
Wishing you quality time with loved ones and a refreshed start.
Thank you for leading with integrity—warm Dussehra greetings.
May this season bring courage to try new ideas and the patience to refine them.

Peer-to-peer (friendly, professional)

Happy Dussehra! Grateful for your help on [project]—you make work better.
Warm Dussehra wishes—appreciate your steady support each week.
You bring the best energy to our calls—have a bright Dussehra!
Thanks for the thoughtful reviews lately. Wishing you peace and renewal.
Your calm in crunch time inspires me—Happy Dussehra.
May this season bring you rest, clarity, and a little extra joy.
Appreciate your partnership—warm Dussehra greetings!
Wishing you a day filled with kindness and small wins.

For multicultural/global teams (explicitly inclusive)

Warm Dussehra wishes to those who celebrate—and appreciation to everyone for building a culture of respect.
Across time zones and traditions, may we carry forward the good we create together.
However you mark this season, we’re glad you’re part of this community.
Celebrating the values of Dussehra—courage, fairness, and hope—for our whole team.
Wishing you peace today and purpose in the days ahead.
Thank you for making our workplace welcoming to every background.

Thank-you flavored wishes (tie-in to Thank You category)

On Dussehra, grateful for your mentorship and the doors you open.
Your quiet kindness lifts our team—warm Dussehra wishes.
Thanks for jumping in when it matters. Wishing you a bright Dussehra.
Your feedback makes our work better—appreciate you today and always.
Grateful for your reliability and care—Happy Dussehra.
Thank you for modeling integrity—wishing you peace and renewal.
Your collaboration is a gift. Warm Dussehra greetings!
We notice the extra miles you walk—sending appreciation this Dussehra.

For clients, customers, and partners

Warm Dussehra wishes from our team to yours—grateful for the trust and partnership.
May the season bring clarity, fairness, and continued success together.
Wishing you a peaceful Dussehra and a purposeful quarter ahead.
Honoring the values of Dussehra—integrity and renewal—as we collaborate.
To those who observe, Happy Dussehra; to all, our thanks for your partnership.
May this season inspire good decisions and great outcomes for our teams.

Remote & hybrid teams

Sending Dussehra warmth across screens—thank you for staying connected and kind.
However you celebrate, we hope today brings rest and renewal.
Wishing our distributed crew a calm day and a refreshed start.
Grateful for the ways you support one another from afar—Happy Dussehra.

Optional add-ons your team might love

Tiny perk: a 15-minute coffee break or virtual chai chat.
Micro-gratitude wall: invite teammates to post one “good thing” from this quarter.
Donation option: match small employee donations to a cause focused on education or equity (values aligned with the day).
Group Card: one card, many signatures—link it from Slack so everyone can add a line in minutes.

Looking for a template? Browse Office and Thank You designs, or start a Group Card so the whole team can sign and schedule delivery.

Conclusion

Dussehra is a natural moment to celebrate the values that make teams thrive—integrity, courage, fairness, and fresh starts. When you keep your wishes short, inclusive, and appreciation-forward, they land well across cultures and time zones. If you’d like to turn a simple greeting into a shared moment, start a Group Card, invite colleagues to co-sign, and add a line of thanks or a quick perk. Browse office designs for a professional look or thank you templates if you’re pairing your greeting with recognition. Schedule delivery for Vijayadashami, and let your message set a warm, respectful tone for the weeks ahead.