Diwali

Date 2007November 9
Date 2008October 28
Date 2009October 17
Date 2010November 5
Date 2011October 26
SignificanceDiwali is the Hindu "Festival of Lights". Diwali festival symbolizes the defeat of evil and the lamps are lit as a sign of hope for mankind. It is one of the most popular and eagerly awaited festivals of India. For Jains it is one of the most important festivals, and beginning of the Jain year. It is also a significant festival for the Sikh faith.