5 Steps To An Eco-Friendly Diwali
Deepavali is the biggest festival of India. It is a celebration of lights and the triumph of good over evil, right over wrong and light over darkness. Celebrated with various decorations, good food, gift-giving and festivities in various parts of India, the main essence of Diwali remains the same. To become aware of one’s own inner light, to spread joy, love and light to everyone around and to pray for light in one’s own life. In such an auspicious day, we sadly see a different sight. In the midst of celebration and fun, we see fire-crackers polluting the air and earth, extra electricity waste in every home and excessive plastic everywhere with all the food and shopping. If we want to celebrate the true message of Diwali and save our planet, we need to shift from old ways to new methods of celebration. Here are 5 steps towards an eco-friendly Diwali. 1. DIYAS AND LED – Instead of heavy lights that consume excessive energy, opt for led lights and more traditional ways of deco