Last year, celebrations in India were upended by a renewed spike in COVID-19 infections, but festivities this year seem to be back. Many light oil lamps or candles to symbolize a victory of light over darkness, and fireworks are set off as part of the celebrations. NEW DELHI (AP) - Indians across the country began celebrating Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, on Thursday amid concerns over the coronavirus pandemic and rising air pollution.ĭiwali is typically celebrated by socializing and exchanging gifts with family and friends.
