Diwali – the festival of lights : 2017
Diwali, or Deepawali, is India’s biggest and most important festival of the year. The festival gets its name from the row (avali) of clay lamps (deepa) that Indians light outside their homes . On this occasion, people illuminate their houses with earthen lamps, engage in cleaning their houses , light crackers , buy sweets and pray before Gooddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesh for prosperity . This is also an occasion to greet all close relatives , friends, neighbours and business associates .
The 5-day celebrations comprise of Dhanteras , Govardhan Pooja , Chhoti Diwali , Diwali culminating with Bhai Dooj . This year , Diwali was celebrated as well with great fanfare during 17-21 October .
Our own family members throughout the world celebrated Diwali , and related festive occasions .
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