✨ Radiance and Tradition: Ankita & Debolina Celebrate Diwali in Style
As the festive lights of Diwali shimmer across Kolkata’s skyline, two young Bengali girls—Anikta and Deblina—embody the spirit of celebration in a moment that’s both timeless and tender. Dressed in vibrant ethnic wear, adorned with delicate jewelry and radiant smiles, their Diwali portrait captures more than just beauty—it reflects the warmth, joy, and cultural pride that define the Festival of Lights.
Their pose, framed by marigold garlands and diyas, evokes the essence of Diwali: a celebration of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and hope over despair. Whether lighting sparklers or sharing sweets, Anikta and Deblina remind us that Diwali is not just a festival—it’s a feeling.
🪔 The Diwali Tradition: A Festival of Light and Unity
Celebrated across India and by Indian communities worldwide, Diwali (or Deepavali) marks the triumph of good over evil. Rooted in Hindu mythology, it commemorates Lord Rama’s return to Ayodhya after defeating Ravana, welcomed with rows of oil lamps. In other traditions, it honors Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity.
The five-day festival begins with Dhanteras and culminates in Bhai Dooj, each day carrying its own rituals—from cleaning homes and buying new clothes to exchanging gifts and performing pujas. Cities glow with lanterns, rangoli patterns bloom at doorsteps, and fireworks light up the night sky.
In Bengal, Diwali coincides with Kali Puja, where devotees worship Goddess Kali with fervor and devotion. Homes are illuminated, and the air is filled with chants, laughter, and the scent of incense and sweets.
🎉 A Moment Worth Sharing
Anikta and Deblina’s Diwali portrait will be featured on the Lifeplus Magazine website and Instagram, inviting viewers to celebrate the season through their lens. We encourage our readers to share their own festive moments and tag @LifeplusMagazine to join the celebration. Viewer votes will help us select the most heartwarming Diwali capture of the season.
Let this Diwali be a reminder of the light we carry within—and the joy we share with others.
