Diwali

🪔 What is Diwali?

Diwali is the Festival of Lights, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance.

📅 When is Diwali Celebrated?

It usually falls in October or November, based on the Hindu lunar calendar. In 2025, Diwali will be celebrated on October 20th (Monday).

🎉 How is Diwali Celebrated?

1. Cleaning and decorating homes 🏠 with diyas (lamps), rangoli, and lights.
2. Worship: Especially of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha.
3. Fireworks 🎆 and crackers (though more eco-friendly versions are encouraged now).
4. Sharing sweets and gifts 🍬🎁.
5. Wearing new clothes and visiting family and friends.

🧘‍♀️ Spiritual Significance

Diwali is not just a festive occasion—it’s also a time for:

• Reflection
• Letting go of negativity
• Renewal of faith and hope