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  • Raksha Bandhan- Special occasion to celebrate the bond between brothers and sisters of all ages by tying a holy thread around the wrist. Rakhi means 'a bond of protection', and Raksha Bandhan signifies that the strong must protect the weak from all that's evil. Raksha Bandhan tightens the bond of love between the sister and brother.
  • Ganesh Chaturthi-Festival honouring the god of prosperity, prudence, and success. Images of Ganesha are paraded and worshipped.
  • Diwali-Known as the festival of lights, this commemorates the return of Lord Rama from His exile in the forest. It is, for many traditions, a new-year celebration. It takes place between late October and the middle of November.
  • Dussehra-A celebration of good conquering evil, this festival lasts ten days and takes place between late September and the middle of October.
  • Holi-A spring festival to celebrate creation and renewal, linked with Lord Krishna.
  • Navaratri-A nine day festival which celebrates the triumph of good over evil.
  • Janmastami -A celebration marking the appearance on earth of Lord Krishna.
  • Shiv Ratri -It is the day when Lord Shiva was married to Goddess Parvati. On this day many hindus fast and perform a nightlong worship.
  • Kaurva Chauth- Many married woman fast for whole day not eating or drinking for the long life of their husbands.
  • Baisakhi (Vaisakhi): First day of the Hindu new year is marked by Baisakhi, primarily a harvest festival. Greetings that wish good life in coming days are exchanged.
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