The festival of lights is finally here, bringing with it hope of prosperity and happiness amongst people.
In his Diwali message to Fiji, the Indian High Commissioner, Vinod Kumar said that Diwali is a auspicious festival and a time for everyone to rejoice over light from darkness.
Diwali is a festival celebrated in most parts of the world.
The festival is marked by a display of fireworks, fun, food and prosperity.
Here are some facts that edify the historical and mythological importance of Diwali.
It was this day when Lord Rama returned to his Kingdom in Ayodhya after defeating Demon Ravana in Lanka.
The citizens of his kingdom celebrated the return of their beloved king Rama by decorating and illuminating the entire city with earthen lamps.
Diwali is the harvest festival in India.
Diwali falls around the months of October or November, when the crop of fresh rice is widely available.
Diwali is also Hindu New Year day where the business men change their diaries, marking as a new fiscal year for their business endeavors.
No matter what the reason, what the legend; the festival of lights Diwali is celebrated with much enthusiasm irrespective of caste, creed and religion.
Diwali is being celebrated all around the country today.
Story by: Khusboo Singh & Ronal Deo
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