Diwali marks the start of the Hindu calendar year. It is such a well-rounded festival that people of all age group thoroughly enjoys the festivities. World knows this festival as the “Festival of Lights”. It so deserves the name!
As it’s told that on that very day, Mother Goddess defeated the evil daemon. In order to celebrate the victory of good over evil people light small clay lamps around the house and the living spaces. Thus, people let brightness take over darkness as a symbolic gesture to commemorate the victory on evil.
People burn fire crackers, buy new clothes mostly of bright colours and would have friends and family over at their place to celebrate the day. Women make some sweet delicacies for their loved ones. The Goddess Durga is worshiped all around the country on that day specifically offering special pujas (prayer sessions).
As it’s told that on that very day, Mother Goddess defeated the evil daemon. In order to celebrate the victory of good over evil people light small clay lamps around the house and the living spaces. Thus, people let brightness take over darkness as a symbolic gesture to commemorate the victory on evil.
People burn fire crackers, buy new clothes mostly of bright colours and would have friends and family over at their place to celebrate the day. Women make some sweet delicacies for their loved ones. The Goddess Durga is worshiped all around the country on that day specifically offering special pujas (prayer sessions).