Different ways Diwali is celebrated across India

Nov8,2023

Diwali in North India is marked with the triumphant return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya

North India

In South India, Diwali is observed as the slaying of demon Naraka in the hands of Krishna and his consort

South India

Bengal celebrates it by welcoming Goddess Kali alongwith many interesting rituals

West Bengal

Lamp offering on the banks of river Ganga with Ganga Arati in the evening

Varanasi

Sikhs commemorate this day as the day of liberation. The Golden Temple is lit up with thousands of earthen lamps and fireworks

Punjab

For Gujarati community, Diwali marks the end of the traditional year. Elaborate preparations are made for holding Lakshmi Puja

Gujarat

Diwali celebrations in Maharashtra begins with Vasu Baras. Here Dhanteras is celebrated in the form of dhantrayodashi, while Chhoti Diwali takes the form of Narak Chaturdashi.

Maharashtra