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Diwali Celebrations in Mumbai

http://www.diwaligifts2indians.com Maharashtra, with its major chunk of Marathi population celebrates Diwali in a special way that is quite different from Diwali celebrations in North India. The four day long Diwali Festival, in this state usually begins with Vasu-baras, in honor of the female cow, representing motherhood. The rituals of this day involves married women performing puja to lactating cows with calves, offering gratitude for providing milk and in turn contributing to the overall well being of their children. An important tradition followed on this day is also buying gold and silver jewelries. It is believed that doing thus, ushers in wealth and good fortune throughout the year. Read »
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