BHAI DOOJ: THE FINAL CHAPTER OF DIWALI FESTIVITIES

As the shimmering diyas begin to dim and the festive sparkle of Diwali slowly settles, one final celebration remains - Bhai Dooj, the heartfelt finale to India's most luminous festival.

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Falling two days after Diwali, Bhai Dooj marks not just the end of the five-day festivity but also the beginning of renewed sibling love, affection, and gratitude. It's the gentle afterglow that reminds us that festivals are as much about relationships as they are about rituals.

THE FESTIVAL'S PLACE IN THE DIWALI SEQUENCE

The five-day celebration of Diwali begins with Dhanteras, followed by Naraka Chaturdashi (Chhoti Diwali), Diwali, Govardhan Puja, and finally Bhai Dooj. Each day carries its unique significance, but Bhai Dooj stands apart for its emotional core — it's the day that honours the sacred bond between brothers and sisters. While the loud crackers and glittering lights of Diwali symbolise victory over darkness, Bhai Dooj brings calm, warmth, and intimacy to the end of the festivities.

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