Diwali - festival of lights

During the Diwali Festival in Delhi, the burning of these diyas is considered as the illuminating path that manifests one's happiness. The light of the lamp is also believed to be a method of bowing before God, the highest power, to gain health, knowledge, prosperity, financial security and peace in life. The Delhi Diwali festival or 'festival of lights' is celebrated with much eagerness and fascination in most parts of North India. In fact, the Diwali Festival in Delhi is considered to bring joy and mystical brightness into people's lives.

This festival offers hope to find justice in the midst of darkness, to achieve happiness instead of unconsciousness. Diwali also spreads love amidst hatred and violence. The age-old tradition of lighting up diyas during the Diwali Festival is of great importance, because in Hindu mythology, light symbolizes vivacity and integrity. In present times, it is seen that in cities, during Diwali festival, luxurious neon lights and candles are often lit to replace the original diyas.

On Diwali, the idea behind lighting diyas and candles comes from several stories according to Hindu mythology. The most popular of these stories is the one that revolves around Lord Rama and his family. The Diwali festival celebrates the return of Lord Rama, who returned to Ayodhya after defeating the demon king Ravana. Rama returns home after 14 years of banishment. Diwali day is also considered as the coronation day of Lord Rama.

Diwali Festival time:

Diwali festival in New Delhi begins with Dussehra festival. Diwali Delhi festival falls in the months from November to December.

The main events of Diwali Festival are:

Day 1 - Dhanteras

Day 2 - Chhoti Diwali, Roop Chaturdashi

Day 3 - Laxmi Pujan, Bandi Chhor Diwas

Day 4 - Goverdhan Puja, Annakoot

Day 5 - Bhai Dooj