Diwali/Deepavali
October 17 - TUESDAY
Observance: Gazetted Holiday Holiday (India)
"India's grandest festival illuminating homes with diyas, fireworks, and joyous celebrations."
The festival of lights celebrating the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.
Traditions:
- Lighting oil lamps (diyas) and decorating homes with rangoli
- Worshipping Goddess Lakshmi for wealth and prosperity
- Bursting fireworks and exchanging sweets and gifts with loved ones
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Fun Fact:
Diwali is celebrated across five days, with each day having its own significance and rituals.