Diwali

Every year in October or November, Hindus around the world celebrate the five-day festival of lights known as Diwali.

In India, Diwali is one of the largest holidays that honors a time to celebrate the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. Diwali is widely observed by over one billion people in India of different faiths and its diaspora, the five days of Diwali are highlighted by fireworks, prayers, feast, family gatherings, and charitable giving.