INDIAN FESTVAL DIWALI
Deepawali, also known as Diwali, is one of the most popular and auspicious festivals
celebrated in India. Also known as the festival of lights, it marks the victory of good over
evil, knowledge over ignorance, and hope over despair. Diwali is celebrated on the
darkest night of the Hindu lunar month Kartika, which usually falls in October or
November.
The word Diwali is derived from the Sanskrit word Deepavali, which means "a row of
lamps." The festival is celebrated by lighting diyas (oil lamps) and candles all around the
house & office and make rangoli (a traditional Indian art form of drawing colorful
patterns on the floor or entrances of homes). This symbolizes the victory of light over
darkness and the victory of good over evil. Diwali is a significant festival for Hindus all
over the world. It is a time to celebrate the victory of good over evil, knowledge over
ignorance, and hope over despair. The festival also marks the beginning of the new
Hindu year.
Diwali is celebrated with great enthusiasm and joy all over India. People start preparing
for the festival weeks in advance. They clean their homes, decorate them with lights and
rangolis, and buy new clothes. On Diwali night, people light divas and candles all
around their homes and offices. They also perform Lakshmi Puja to seek her blessings
for wealth and good fortune. After the puja, people exchange gifts with their family and
friends. People prepare delicious food and sweets, and share them with their loved
ones.
Diwali is also celebrated to commemorate the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after
defeating the demon king Ravana. Rama was exiled from Ayodhya for 14 years, and his
return was marked with great joy and celebration. The people of Ayodhya lit divas and
decorated their homes to welcome him back. Another reason why Diwali is celebrated is
to honor Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of wealth and prosperity. People perform Lakshmi
Puja on Diwali night to seek her blessings for wealth and good fortune.
Diwali is a time for families and friends to come together and celebrate. People clean
and decorate their homes, buy new clothes, and prepare delicious food. On Diwali night,
people gather to light divas, perform Lakshmi Puja, and exchange gifts. Diwali is also a
time for families and friends to come together and celebrate. It is a time to forgive and
forget, and to start fresh. The festival is also a time to give and receive, and to spread
joy and happiness. Diwali is also a time for giving back to the community. People
donate to charities and help those in need. The festival is a reminder to be grateful for
our blessings and to share them with others.
In recent years, there has been a growing awareness about the environmental impact of
Diwali celebrations. People are now more conscious about using eco-friendly ways to
celebrate the festival.
Eco-friendly Diwali, also known as "Green Diwali," is an environmentally conscious
approach to celebrating the festival of lights. It involves minimising the harmful
environmental impacts associated with traditional Diwali practices. People choose to
use eco-friendly alternatives, such as clay divas (oil lamps) instead of electric lights, to
reduce electricity consumption. Additionally, eco-friendly fireworks, which produce fewer
pollutants and noise, are gaining popularity. Rangoli designs made from natural
materials and organic, biodegradable decorations contribute to a cleaner and more
sustainable celebration. Eco-friendly Diwali aims to preserve the environment, reduce
air and noise pollution, and promote a more responsible and harmonious way of
celebrating this cherished festival.
Diwali is a beautiful festival that celebrates the triumph of good over evil. It is a time for
families and friends to come together and celebrate. Diwali is also a time to be grateful
for our blessings and to share them with others.
