Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is one of the most celebrated and awaited festivals in India and among Hindu communities worldwide. It is known as the “Festival of Lights,” which signifies the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. The word “Deepavali” itself is derived from the Sanskrit words deepa (lamp) and avali (row), meaning “a row of lamps.” During this festival, homes, temples, and streets shine brightly with earthen diyas, cand

Diwali: a festival of lights, spiritualism and a synthesis of culture and social values. Traditionally it is associated with the legend...