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Introduction:
Diwali is also referred to as Deepawali which means an Array of Lamps. Diwali is one of the most important festivals celebrated in India. Diwali in Madhya Pradesh is celebrated with great excitement and enthusiasm on the third day of Diwali. The day is devoted to the goddess of Wealth, Lakshmi. This Diwali day falls on the amavasya or the no moon day. Diwali date comes 20 days after the popular festival of Dussehra or Vijaya Dashmi.
Time of Celebration:
Diwali celebration in Madhya Pradesh is observed on the third day of Diwali. Diwali in Madhya Pradesh in India is celebrated during late October or early November. Diwali in Madhya Pradesh is celebrated 20 days after Dussehra that is on the 13th day of the month of Karthik.
Description:
Diwali, Madhya Pradesh is celebrated to commemorate the victory of good over evil. This festival venerates Lord Rama's return to Ayodhya on completing his exile for 14 years. Diwali is celebrated for five days. The first day of Diwali is called Dhanteras with this day Diwali celebration starts in Madhya Pradesh. The Second day is called the Narak Chaturdasi, the day is called so because of the fact that Lord Krishna killed Narakasur, the demon and made the world free from fear. The third day of Diwali, which is a new moon night entrances of the houses are lit with earthen lamps and are decorated with rangoli patterns. Lakshmi Puja is also celebrated on this day. This day of Diwali is called the New Year day or Bestavarsh. The Fourth day of Diwali is called Padwa or VarshaPratipada. On this day Govardhan Puja is performed. The fifth day is the bhai duuj. Diwali is the last day of financial year as per the tradition, Diwali is considered to be the last day of the business financial year.
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