Friends, Diwali is the biggest festival of Hindus, symbolizing the victory of good over evil. Diwali is celebrated every year on the new moon day of the month of Kartika. This is the day Lord Shri Ram returned to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile. While Diwali is celebrated with great pomp in India, it is also celebrated with devotion and unique customs in many other countries. Let's find out which countries, besides India, celebrate Diwali with great pomp and show:

Japan: In Japan, Diwali is celebrated with vibrant cultural activities. People dance and sing, go boating, and decorate gardens with lanterns and colorful paper curtains.

Sri Lanka: In Sri Lanka, lamps are lit in homes and people greet each other warmly.

Thailand: Diwali in Thailand is celebrated by making diyas from banana leaves, lighting them at night, and burning incense sticks.

Malaysia: In Malaysia, Diwali is celebrated as Hari Diwali. People start the day with traditional water and oil baths, prayers, and local fairs and festivals.

Nepal: As the birthplace of Goddess Sita and a Hindu-majority country, Nepal celebrates Diwali as Tihar, a festival of lighting lamps, worshipping animals, and honoring family members.