Malaysia · Festival of Lights
Diwali/Deepavali
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About Diwali/Deepavali
Diwali, known as Deepavali, is a major public holiday in Malaysia, celebrated with grandeur by the Indian community, particularly Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains. The festival symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and is marked by open houses, the lighting of colorful lamps, and decorative kolam patterns made of colored rice on the floor. It is a time for national harmony, reflecting the diverse cultural fabric of the country.
How it's celebrated
- Lighting diyas and candles to welcome prosperity
- Drawing colourful rangoli at the entrance
- Lakshmi puja in the evening
- Sharing sweets and gifts with family and friends
When is Diwali/Deepavali in Malaysia?
Diwali/Deepavali dates from 2023 to 2026
- 2023Sunday, 12 NovemberPast
- 2024Thursday, 31 OctoberPast
- 2025Monday, 20 OctoberPast
- 2026Sunday, 8 November in 7 days
November 2026
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