Millions of people around the world celebrate Diwali

Diwali is still among the top trends today. Millions of Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, and Jains across the world celebrated the festival of lights yesterday.

It’s one of the biggest festivals in India. Houses, businesses, places of worship, and public spaces are lit up with lamps and lights as part of tradition. Plus, lots of fireworks could be heard last night in many areas across Canada.

Diwali traditions and their significance varies between different religions and regions. There are different myths and stories, but they all share some common themes – justice and liberation. Let’s take a look at how Diwali was celebrated this year.