Generally, Deepavali or the Festival of Light, signifies the triumph of good over evil. Some believe it symbolises Lord Krishna's victory over a demon while others celebrate it to mark Lord Rama's joyful reunion with his wife Sita after 14 years in exile.

Coloured rice is used to make decorative motives on the floor. These interesting works of art are called kolam. Oil lamps are also lit as Hindus open their homes to friends and relatives.