Essay On Diwali For Kids
Diwali also popularly known as “Deepavali” is one of the most auspicious festivals of Hindus residing in
India or across the globe. The festival is celebrated with great fervour and enthusiasm by people
throughout the world. Although it’s considered a Hindu festival, but people from different communities
celebrate the bright festival by bursting crackers and fireworks.
According to Hindus, Diwali is a festival which commemorates the return of Lord Ram to Ayodhya along
with his wife Sita, brother Lakshman and ardent devotee Hanuman after defeating the demon king
Ravan. This religious festival signifies the victory of good over evil and the triumph of light over darkness.
Diwali is often referred to as “Festival of Lights”. People light earthen oil lamps and decorate their
houses with lights of different colours and sizes which glitter at their entrances and fences that makes for
a mesmerizing view. Kids love bursting crackers and different fireworks like sparklers, rockets, flower
pots, fountains, peony fireworks, etc.
On this auspicious occasion, Goddess Lakshmi is worshipped by Hindus as merchants open new account
books on Diwali. Furthermore, people believe that this beautiful festival brings wealth, prosperity and
success to all. People also buy new clothes for themselves and look forward to exchanging gifts with their
family, friends and relatives during the festival.