Festival Diwali Festival – the Festival of Lights Diwali is the much-awaited Hindu festival of light, celebrated across India with great enthusiasm and excitement. The festival signifies the victory of good over evil, and the onset of the New Year according to the Hindu calendar. Diwali is the most popular Hindu festival among all others, as it brings forth a spirit of togetherness, joy and love. Diwali is celebrated with fireworks, diyas (earthen lamps), torans (door hangings), and strings of lights. People also clean their homes and decorate them with rangolis. As per the traditions, it is believed that goddess Lakshmi visits every house that is well lit with diyas and candles. Hence, people carefully decorate their homes with beautiful diyas and lights. Diwali is usually celebrated for five days, and each day has its own significance. On the first day, people decorate their homes with diyas and rangolis. On the second day, they light up the diyas and invite goddess Lakshmi for the blessing of peace and prosperity. On the third day, people exchange gifts and sweets with their friends and family. On the fourth day, they exchange diyas and decorate their homes with strings of lights. On the fifth day, people cook delicious dishes and perform religious rituals. Diwali celebration is incomplete without delicious food and various activities. People meet their families and friends to enjoy the festival and share sweets with each other. It is also a special time for children who wait eagerly for this festival and enjoy bursting fireworks and sweets. The Diwali Festival signifies the victory of good over evil and is an essential part of India’s culture. It is a time to come together, exchange gifts and sweets, and create beautiful memories with loved ones. Celebrated by millions around the world, Diwali brings everyone closer and reminds us of the importance of togetherness.