Diwali is much more than a festival of lights—it’s a celebration of the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. No matter which part of India you’re in or what faith you follow, the essence of Diwali remains the same: bringing light, happiness, and prosperity into our lives. For many, it also marks the beginning of a new year. But when we talk about Diwali, the first thing that comes to mind is the diya—the rows of bright, flickering lamp