Indian festivals
1. Diwali (Deepavali) When: October–November Significance: Festival of lights, celebrating the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Religious Context: Hinduism: Marks Lord Rama’s return to Ayodhya after defeating Ravana. Jainism: Lord Mahavira attained Nirvana on this day. Sikhism: Bandi Chhor Divas (release of Guru Hargobind Ji). 🎨 2. Holi When: March Significance: Festival of colors, celebrating love, joy, and the arrival of spring. Religious Context: Based on the legend of Prahlad and Holika, symbolizes the triumph of devotion over evil. 🕉️ 3. Navratri / Durga Puja / Dussehra When: September–October Significance: Celebrates the divine feminine energy and the victory of goddess Durga over Mahishasura. Dussehra: Also commemorates Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana. 🛕 4. Ganesh Chaturthi When: August–September Significance: Birth of Lord Ganesha, remover of obstacles. Celebrations: Involve gr...
