One of the most beloved and extensively observed holidays in India is Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights. Many religious communities attribute deep significance to this colorful and festive occasion
Diwali is a festival celebrated throughout much of Northern India to commemorate the return of Lord Rama, his wife Sita , and his brother Lakshmana to Ayodhya following a 14-year banishment
Southern India
Diwali is observed as Naraka Chaturdashi in Southern India to honor Lord Krishna’s conquest of the demon Narakasura.
Diwali has special meaning for Sikhs, which stems from historical occurrences connected to the religion’s past. Diwali, also called Bandi Chhor Divas
For the Jain community, Diwali marks the day when Lord Mahavira, the 24th and last Tirthankara (spiritual teacher), attained moksha or nirvana
Diwali in Buddhism: Lighting the Path to Enlightenment
Diwali is significant to some Buddhists in India, especially the Newar Buddhists in Nepal and some Theravada Buddhist communities, even though it is not a holiday observed