Nov8,2023
Diwali in North India is marked with the triumphant return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya
In South India, Diwali is observed as the slaying of demon Naraka in the hands of Krishna and his consort
Bengal celebrates it by welcoming Goddess Kali alongwith many interesting rituals
Lamp offering on the banks of river Ganga with Ganga Arati in the evening
Sikhs commemorate this day as the day of liberation. The Golden Temple is lit up with thousands of earthen lamps and fireworks
For Gujarati community, Diwali marks the end of the traditional year. Elaborate preparations are made for holding Lakshmi Puja
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.