At Presidency International School, we sincerely believe in preserving the spirit of every celebration! Be it the extra co-curricular activities or festival celebrations, the list goes on and on while we recall the kids laughing in the school halls, alive with brilliant, imaginative and creative ideas.

When discussing joyful things and extra co-curricular activities, how can we forget… it’s Diwali Season!!

Diwali and Deepavali are two different names for the same occasion. The Hindu Festival of Lights is one of the most important Indian festivals and is enthusiastically observed throughout the whole nation. It commemorates Lord Rama’s legendary return from exile, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil.

Diwali is a time to put on new outfits, spend time with loved ones, celebrate a variety of festivities and get yourself engaged in several extra co-curricular activities. For the majority of Indians, Diwali is arguably their favorite season of the year since friends and family get together to celebrate the festival of lights. Although there is a sense of excitement and warmth in the air, the ways we celebrate this occasion have recently become unethical and environmentally harmful. Also, given the current scenario, we should be more conscious of our actions so that nature can recover properly.

Bursting crackers causes respiratory problems and eye infections, and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Where did these crackers come from? How many youngsters work in cracker factories? What are the long-term consequences of children working in cracker factories? Where do stray dogs and cats go when noisy crackers go off virtually all night? Celebrations should not harm our environment or inflict suffering and injury on helpless, defenseless creatures. In order to maintain the festival’s essence and to show respect for Mother Earth while still having fun, let’s look at some practical solutions.

The following are some great methods to celebrate your Diwali in a fun, interesting and creative manner:-

Try Making Someone’s Day

Yes, we are all aware of the fact that Diwali is a festival of lights, and it wouldn’t be half as lovely if there weren’t small bursts of light hanging throughout the house. However, instead of energy-guzzling electrical lights, consider using old-school clay oil diyas. Buying your diyas from underprivileged roadside sellers can put a smile on their faces and also help them enjoy the event more. Additionally, you may hand-paint your diyas to give them a lovely appearance.

Rangoli in Traditional Style

You can’t claim it’s Diwali until your front door has this magnificent pattern creation known as Rangoli. How about discarding the oil-painted, plastic sticker, and artificially colored patterns and making one by utilizing loose flowers purchased from local florists and coming up with your own lovely-smelling compositions every day?

Avoid Fire Crackers

Even though eco-friendly crackers are available, they still pollute the environment. Wherever you are, avoid the loud explosions. When there is a loud blast, babies and animals start wailing and shivering. Many stray dogs and cats in the area are injured as a result of the crackers. This causes uneasiness in even pets.

Organic / Handmade Gifts

Diwali and gifts go hand in hand! So, how about modifying the standard selections by selecting organic or handmade gift options? Plants are excellent gifts, and a hand-painted terracotta container might be the icing on the cake. In order to gift someone home décor items, handicrafts from local artisans with a touch of your imagination would be the finest thing.

Wrap it Responsibly as Well

Why not get rid of those rolls of bright, sparkly wrapping paper that can only be used once? How about beautifying some cotton cloth and letting your imagination run wild? Old newspapers can provide an excellent base for painting your wishes on, adding a fantastic personal touch to your gift. If it sounds too mundane, you may wrap gifts in vintage patterned scarves or dupattas.

Finally Adding a Taste of Sweetness

We usually go all out with the sweets we send out during Diwali. But how about switching things up a little and going for something healthier yet tasty? There are several alternatives to the added sweetness that are ideal for folks who are lactose intolerant or vegans.