Updated On: 26 October, 2022 09:30 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Diwali, the festival of lights signifies peace and joy, the victory of good over evil, and light over darkness every day

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Hindus across the world are celebrating Diwali. The five-day festival of lights is one of the most popular holidays in India. The festival of lights signifies peace and joy, the victory of good over evil, and light over darkness every day. It is one of the most symbolic Hindu festivals, and all the communities in the country celebrate it with much pomp. During this festival, people clean their homes, decorate every corner with lights, lamps, diyas, flowers, rangoli, and candles. Families also perform Lakshmi Puja and pray to the Goddess of wealth to bless them with health, wealth, and prosperity.