The BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha is hosting a vibrant celebration of Diwali and the Hindu New Year on November 2nd, featuring a special ceremony, Chopda Pujan, and a grand display of food called Annakut.

The festival lines up every year with the darkest day of the Hindu lunar month, Kartik, and typically features five days of celebration in total. Two days – Dhanteras, then Choti Diwali – kick things off in the build-up to the main event (Diwali), which is followed by two days – Govardhan Puja, then Bhai Dooj – marking the new year.

When is the festival of lights and how is it celebrated around the world? - Diwali, the festival of lights, represents the triumph of good over evil