Deepawali or Diwali, is a festival of lights symbolising the victory of righteousness and the lifting of spiritualdarkness. The word 'Deepawali' literally means rows of diyas (clay lamps). This is one of the most popular festivals in the Hindu calendar. It is celebrated on the 15th day of Kartika(October/November). This festival commemorates Lord Rama's return to his kingdom Ayodhya after completing his 14-year exile.The most beautiful of all Indian festivals, Diwali is a celebration of lights. Streets are illuminated with rows of clay lamps and homes are decorated with colours and candles. This festival is celebrated with new clothes, spectacular firecrackers and a variety of sweets in the company of family and friends. All this illumination and fireworks, joy and festivity, signify the victory of divine forces over those of wicked.
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