Today, Hindus across India are celebrating the holy festival of Diwali with great fervor and enthusiasm. Diwali, also known as the festival of lights, is celebrated to commemorate various significant events in Hindu, Jain, Buddhist, and Sikh traditions.
For Hindus, Diwali symbolizes the day when Lord Krishna vanquished Narakasura and when Lord Rama returned to Ayodhya after his exile. Jains celebrate Diwali as the day of Mahavira’s final liberation, while Sikhs mark the release of Guru Har Govind from Mughal prison. Buddhists worship Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, on this day, and it is celebrated in Bengal by worshipping Goddess Kali.
The day begins with people waking up early in the morning and bathing with coconut oil on their scalp, symbolizing the cleansing and purification of body and mind. After bathing, sweets and offerings are made to the gods in the pooja room, followed by wearing new clothes and visiting temples to pay homage to the deities.
The festival is also marked by the bursting of firecrackers, signifying the triumph of good over evil. From children to adults, everyone enjoys lighting different kinds of crackers to add vibrancy and joy to the celebration. People also exchange greetings and love, with Hindu friends offering sweets to friends of other religions as a gesture of goodwill and unity.
As the nation comes together to celebrate this joyous occasion, Dinamalar.com extends warm wishes for a very Happy Diwali to all its readers.