Happy Diwali! A Festival of Lights What is Diwali? 01 03 5-Day Celebration Deepavali Most important festival for Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and Biddhists around the world. Diwali is deprived from the world “Deepavali” which means “a row of lights.” Activities Celebrants light rows of traditional clay oil lamps outside their homes. 02 04 Symbolism Clay oil lamps symbolise the victory of light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance. How is Diwali Celebrated? • Setting off firecrackers. • Festive gatherings, feasts and prayer. • Exchanging sweets and gifts among friends and family. • Feature rangoli which are geometric, floral patterns drawn on the floor using colourful powders. • Buying gold on the first day to bring good luck.
