Diwali: Ignite the lights and celebrate the victory of good over evil

Diwali, the festival spreading lights, joy, love and prosperity in India. Celebrating the victory of good over evil; Lord Ram’s returning to Ayodhya after his victory over Lankaapati Raavan who abducted his wife. This festival restores the righteousness in the world.

Diwali is the most loved and awaited festival by all the age groups in India. The Diwali sweets, crackers, Kurtas, Sarees, and much more to love about this festival.

Why we Indians celebrate Dhanteras?

Dhanteras the festival remarks the beginning of Diwali Festival. It falls on the thirteenth lunar day of Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) in the Hindu month of Ashwin (October/November) where "Dhan" means wealth, and "Teras" refers to the thirteenth day.

Dhanteras holds great significance, especially for businesses and households, as it is believed to bring prosperity and wealth. People worship Lord Kubera, the God of wealth, and Goddess Lakshmi on this day. It is also considered an auspicious time for buying gold, silver, utensils, or any new items as a token of good luck.

How we Indians celebrate Laxmi Pujan?

Laxmi Puja or Lakshmi Puja, marks the beginning of the Diwali festival. We worship Goddess Lakshmi, the Hindu deity of wealth, prosperity, and fortune on this day. Laxmi Puja falls on the third day of the Diwali festival, which typically occurs on the new moon day in the Hindu month of Kartik (October/November).

It believed that on the day of Laxmi Puja, Goddess Lakshmi visits homes that are clean, pristine, beautifully decorated, and well-lit, bringing prosperity and wealth to the households.

How we celebrate Bhai Dooj in India?

Bhai Dooj or Bhau Beej celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters. It falls on the fifth day after Diwali, marking the end of the Diwali festivities. Bhai Dooj is a special occasion to honor the unique relationship between siblings.

Sisters offer gifts to their brothers as a symbol of love and affection. It's a gesture to express gratitude for the protection and care provided by the brothers. In return, brothers also offer gifts or money as a token of appreciation and promise to safeguard their sisters.

Top Diwali sweets?

Go an ask an Indian, which sweets to have on Diwali and you will be amazed by the tempting explanation of the mouthwatering Diwali sweets. The list is below:

1. Kaju Katli
2. Saon Papdi
3. Rasgulla and Gulab Jamun
4. Rassmaili and Cham-Cham
5. Diwali Chivda
6. The Orthodox homemade Diwali specials of every Indian house: Shankarpali, Karanji, Rava ladoo, Besan Ladoo, Diwali Chivda.
7. And the seasonal or Festive specials: Cadbury Celebrations.

Don’t forget to Crack the Crackers in Diwali?

Burn some crackers during Diwali as a respect to our tradition and celebrate the rituals too. Take care of the pollution too i.e., don’t burn too many crackers to aggravate the AQI (Air Quality Index) of the country. Thanks in advance to your nature loving and Diwali celebrating minds.

Happy Diwali to you and your Family. 💚

Diwali 2023

• Dhanteras – November 10, 2023
• Laxmi Pujan – November 12, 2023
• Bhai Dooj – November 15, 2023

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