Deepavali
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, symbolizes light's triumph over darkness and good prevailing over evil. Celebrated with lamps, fireworks and sweets.
Christmas
Originally a Christian festival, Christmas is celebrated across India with decorations, carol singing, and feasting, fostering joy and sharing.
Makar Sankranti
The harvest festival, celebrated across India with home decorations, kite flying, and traditional cooking, goes by different names regionally.
Raksha Bandhan
This festival honors the sibling bond with sisters tying a protective thread (rakhi) on their brothers' wrists, who vow to protect them.
Holi
Holi, the Festival of Colors, it marks the arrival of spring and celebrated with colored powders, festive foods, and drinks.
Ganesh Chaturthi
This festival honors the Hindu deity, Lord Ganesha. Elaborate clay idols of Ganesha are worshipped amidst grand ceremony.
Eid
Muslims across India celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Adha with prayers and feasting. It's a time of charity and spreading joy.
Janmashtami
Janmashtami, marking Lord Krishna's birth, is observed with fasting, singing devotional songs, and enacting his life's scenes.
Navaratri
This nine-night festival celebrates Goddess Durga's triumph over the demon Mahishasura with fasting, prayers, and lively processions.
Guru Nanak Jayanti
Celebrated as Guru Nanak's birth anniversary, this festival includes prayers, processions, and community kitchens offering free meals.
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