The best way to wish everyone a happy Diwali – traditional greetings explained

There are so many traditional greetings you can use to wish someone a happy Diwali with fireworks and street parties being held across the UK over the next few days

From poetic messages to simple well wishes, you can wish someone a Happy Diwali in many ways (

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The colourful Hindu festival of Diwali in already here as millions begin the annual celebration across Britain.

Often marked by other faiths too, there are sure to be street parties and firework displays this weekend as people come together across the world. But if you are wondering the best way to greet someone during the five-day event, then you have plenty of options.

This year Diwali falls on Sunday November 12, with celebrations taking place from Friday through to Tuesday November 14. The event is honoured at a different time every years and means different things for different people.

The celebration of Diwali is here and the annual event is celebrated across the globe (

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Over those five days, those who celebrate prepare for the event by cleaning and decorating their homes. On the third day, which is the darkest day of the month, families will dress up, light up their homes, businesses and temples with oil lamps and worship Lakshmi.

Families also cook traditional Indian sweets, light fireworks, enjoy delicious feasts with their families and give each other gifts. Many towns even organise community parades and fairs with parades, music and dance performances in parks.

Wishing everyone a happy Diwali comes in so many forms. From poetic messages to simple well wishes, you won’t be short of ideas. If you really want to get into the spirit, you can light a lamp of love or blast a chain of sorrow.

Saying the right thing is always important but it’s not just about the words. Mirror Online have picked out the best ways to help others mark the historic festival over the next few days.

How to wish someone a Happy Diwali