Diwali

Diwali or Deepawali is the most important festival of Hindus. It is the festival of “Light”. People illuminate their homes at night with garlands of lit candle or oil-lamps with fireworks being a major attraction. Sweets, oil lamps and firecrackers are the indispensable part of Diwali celebration. Traditionally Goddess Lakshmi and God Ganesha are worshipped on this day. It is believed that it was on this day that Rama entered Ayodhya after 14 years of exile. Diwali is also celebrated as Naraka Chaturdashi, the day when the demon of darkness and dirt, Narakasura, was destroyed by Krishna.

Dussehra

Dussehra is a significant festival of Hindus celebrated generally in the month of October. The festival is observed in the month of Ashvin according to the Hindu calendar. It marks the end of 10 continuous day festival also known as "Vijayadashmi". It is celebrated in the memory of the victory of Ram over Ravana and the rescue of his wife Sita from Lanka. The large effigies of the ten-headed Ravana & his brothers Kumbhakarana and son Meghnad is set aflame with a bursting of crackers. Fairs are usually organized on this occasion with lots to eat, buy & enjoy.

Id-ul-Fitr or Ramazan Id

Id-ul-Fitr or Ramazan Id is observed as a Muslim holiday that declares the end of Ramadan. It signifies the breaking of fasting period. This festival is celebrated to thank God for giving them the strength, will and endurance for observing fast. During the festive season of Id-ul-Fitr, Muslims abstain themselves from food, drinks as well as sexual relations from the day to night.