Festival of Lights: From cities to villages, Odisha lights up on Diwali

Bhubaneswar: Diwali, the festival of lights, is here. From city to village, the auspicious festival is being celebrated with great fervour and enthusiasm across the world, bringing Indian traditions to life. Streets across India are adorned with beautiful lights, as the annual festival has come with joy, light, excitement, happiness and prosperity.

The ‘Festival of Lights’ is being celebrated by lighting lamps, bursting crackers and fireworks. The religious festival represents the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness and commemorates the victorious return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after saving his wife Stia from the demon king Ravana.

The beautiful state of Odisha has also come alive with vibrant decorations and cultural festivities. The festival has transformed Odisha into a dazzling spectacle with houses decorated with lights, colorful rangoli, decorations and vibrant markets. Families, relatives and friends are coming together to spend the day together and exchange gifts, creating a festive atmosphere.

The light decorations have transformed streets and villages across Odisha into a mesmerising sight to behold. Events featuring traditional music, dance and food are drawing large crowds on the auspicious day that celebrates love, brotherhood and leading oneself from darkness to light.

The lively atmosphere during Diwali has brought together diverse communities and transcends religious boundaries. Local temples are organizing special prayers and celebrations, attracting residents and visitors alike.

Diwali symbolizes the spiritual victory of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over ignorance. The lights of Diwali signify a time to destroy all our dark desires and thoughts, eradicate evils and give us the strength and the zeal to carry on with our goodwill.

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