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Updated November 2004
Diwali - The Hindu Festival of Lights
 by Manish Gajjar
Firework displays during Diwali celebrations
Breathtaking fireworks form part of Diwali celebrations

Breathtaking firework displays form an essential part of this great Hindu festival.

This takes place on the 3rd day of the Diwali celebrations, Diwali day itself.
SEE ALSO

BBC Shropshire's Navratri Feature
Gives an indepth account of the true meaning behind Navratri, the Hindu Festival.

BOLLYWOOD

Our Bollywood film section has all the information you need. A guide to local cinema, previews and reviews on the latest releases.

At BBC Shropshire, we have chosen the Top Ten Bollywood movies for the month. These films are well worth a "dekho" at a cinema near you.

Tell us what you think of this special report and our Bollywood section by visiting our Message Board.

You can contact
Manish Gajjar at
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Dhanteras - The 1st Day
Houses decorated with Diwali motifs.
Garlands, rangoli designs and colourful 'diyas' form part of the Diwali decorations

Starting on 10th November, the first day of Diwali celebrations involves the cleaning of the homes by Hindu devotees.

It is believed that Laxshmi Maa, the Goddess of Wealth visits all homes starting from this first day of the celebrations.

Garlands made from fresh flowers are hung in doorways whilst traditional 'rangoli' designs or motifs are painted near the main entrance to bring 'good luck' into the lives of the family.
     
Rows of diyas in colourful clay pots
Diyas form an important part of Diwali celebrations.
Small 'diyas' (lights) in colourful clay pots are lit around the house to ward off any evil spirits. Hence this is where the festival has acquired its name, 'Deepavali' or 'Diwali'.

Being a day dedicated to the festival of wealth, Dhanteras is considered an auspicious day to buy some gold or silver for the forthcoming year.

Diwali greeting cards sending best wishes for this occasion are also sent to family and friends.
 
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