Diwali is also widely celebrated in many countries..!?

Sowmiya Sriram
Diwali is also widely celebrated in many countries..!?
Diwali, also known as the festival of Lights, is one of the most important festivals celebrated by Hindus in India. Did you know that the diwali festival is celebrated not only in india but also in some other countries of the world? diwali, also known as the festival of Lights, is one of the most important festivals celebrated by Hindus in India. Did you know that this diwali festival is celebrated not only in india but also in some other countries of the world?... Let's learn about some countries where diwali is celebrated like India.
Diwali is widely celebrated in some countries including Malaysia, Singapore, nepal, and Fiji. In some countries, diwali is even declared as a national holiday. Like india, nepal celebrates a five-day Diwali. In nepal, diwali is known as 'Tikar'. In this festival, people worship not only deities but also animals. On the first day Nepali people pray and worship cows. On the second day, Gugur Tihar is celebrated to honor the dogs. On the third day, diwali is celebrated by lighting lamps to celebrate Rama's victorious return. On the fourth day Yama, the god of death, is celebrated and worshipped. Finally, on the fifth day, they celebrate Bhai Duj as in North India.
Indonesia:
Although indonesia does not have a large indian population, the island of Bali is famous for celebrating the festival of Diwali. The majority of the people here are of indian origin and celebrate by following the same traditions as in india, like burning firecrackers, lighting lamps, and wearing new clothes.
Malaysia:
Although islam is the official religion here in Malaysia, diwali is a public holiday. It is the most important festival celebrated by Hindus who constitute about 8% of the population. In Malaysia, the festival of diwali is known as 'Hari Diwali', meaning 'Green Diwali', as firecrackers are banned. Although crackers are a part of the festival, the brightly lit lanterns make up for it.

Singapore:

A large number of Hindus live in sovereign Singapore. diwali, the festival of lights, is one of the most important Hindu festivals celebrated in Singapore. In Singapore, there is an area known as 'Little India' where people of indian descent gather together to celebrate the diwali festival. However, crackers do not explode.
Fiji:
Diwali is celebrated as a public holiday in Fiji. Located about 1,100 nautical miles northeast of New Zealand, this island nation has a large Hindu population. The festival of diwali is celebrated with the same tradition, celebration and enthusiasm as it is celebrated in India.
Mauritius:

Almost 50% of Hindus are in Mauritius. And diwali is celebrated with full enthusiasm in that country. They celebrate by decorating their houses with kolams and lamps and wearing new clothes.
Sri Lanka:
Diwali is one of the major festivals of Sri Lanka. In india, diwali is celebrated for five days. diwali, the festival of lights, is well celebrated by the Hindu tamil communities living in the country. Celebrations include bursting of firecrackers, lighting of lamps, and distribution of sweets.

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