Diwali  or Sanskrit dīpāvali means "series of lights", and is derived from dīpam "light, lamp" and oli "glow of light".

Diwali is also known as dīpotsavam "festival of lights".

Hindus across the world celebrate Diwali in honor of the return of Lord Rama, wife Sita, brother Lakshmana and lord Hanuman to Ayodhya from exile of 14 years after Rama defeated Ravana.

To honor and celebrate Lord Rama, Sita, Lakshmana and Hanuman returning from Sri Lanka and to illuminate their path, villagers light Diyas to celebrate the triumph of good over evil.

The Five Days of Diwali ----->