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Introduction:
Diwali is one of the main festivals that is celebrated throughout the country. India is a land of festivals and celebration. Diwali or Deepavali is the festival of lights where evils are destroyed. Houses and the street are decorated with lights so that lights that is regarded as the source of positive energy prevails every where. The festival is the symbol of unity in the diversity as there are various ways of celebrating the festival and the main aim of the festival remains unchanged
Description:
Diwali is one of the main occasions in west Bengal. At the same time this day is also known as ‘Kali Puja’ where the evil powers are destroyed by the mother goddess Kali who symbolizes the destruction of evil forces. The lights and the fireworks make the night a worth watching. The main aim of the festival is to drive away the evil spirits from the earth. In west Bengal ‘Diwali’ is also named as ‘Kali Puja’. Crackers, fireworks and candles give a different dimension to the moonless night.
On the other hand this festival is also known s the celebration of the victory of Ram over the king of evil Ravana. By lighting candles and by burning the fireworks people celebrate the victory of truth.
Time for celebration:
October/ November are the time for celebrating kali Puja or Diwali which is an essential festival among the Hindus. India is the land where various castes and creeds exist and so in this grand occasion all the people from various economic and religious backgrounds.
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