Diwali is the festival of lights. It is the time of the year when the entire nation glows with happiness and a sense of shared joy. The festival commemorates Lord Ram’s homecoming with Goddess Sita and Lakshman after 14 years in exile. While the festival is celebrated to symbolize victory over evil, it is also a means of coming together and exchanging happiness. It is auspicious and significant because of its extreme importance in Hindu mythology.

While Diwali festivities used to be about burning earthen lamps, diyas and spending time with loved ones, it has now evolved into a display of noisy firecrackers, flashing lights, and everything else that causes pollution and energy waste. Thus, keeping yourself and your children safe from harmful and unsafe activities becomes essential. Following are seven tips for you to have a safe and memorable Diwali vacation this year.

1. Wear cotton clothes

Whether you are going on a family or friend’s vacation to the top sightseeing places during the break, carry cotton clothes. This is because, unlike cotton clothes, synthetic clothes catch fire more easily. Moreover, ensure the clothes you wear cover all your body parts.

2. Say no to firecrackers

Diwali is a festival of lighting diyas and lanterns, but children of this age get more excited about lighting firecrackers. This year, say no to firecrackers and make your contribution to saving the environment. There are other ways of making Diwali memorable. You can visit the birthplace of Ram, Ayodhya. The entire city celebrates Diwali with great joy and triumph. Right from lighting firecrackers to diyas, you’ll see it all. It is a four-day holiday with a tremendous celebration, and ladies light diyas and take them to the river on a lovely occasion. For four days, you can stay in a nearby family hotel like OYO 67157 Grand Jvi Resort & Marriage Lawn which offers the utmost comfort and facilities and explore the top sightseeing places nearby.

3. Eat healthily – Do not overdose yourself with sugar

Any festival in India, especially the auspicious occasion of Diwali, is incomplete without sweets. Additionally, when it comes to celebrations like these, sweets are made of ghee and a lot of sugar, which may cause health problems. So you must keep a watch on your diet and eat healthily.

One needs to be aware of sugar intake while sightseeing in Kolkata, the city of sweets. In Kolkata, people look forward to the opening of candy and sweet boxes during Diwali. If you are planning to stay for a couple of days, there are many family resorts like OYO 14373 Shree Krishna Hotel nearby. These hotels offer comfortable and affordable accommodation.

4. Keep emergency tools handy

Amidst the giggling and laughter on occasion, we often become very careless. During such times, accidents and health issues increase significantly. Therefore it is essential to be prepared with a first aid kit and fire extinguisher. Always keep a First Aid kit available in case of minor burns or accidents so that you can receive immediate medical assistance. Additionally, a fire extinguisher is of great help in case of a major burn or fire.

5. Wear masks and earbuds

Although COVID-19 was a nightmare, it has taught us to get used to wearing masks and taking other precautions. In addition to being protected from the virus, a face mask is a great relief from the pollution caused by burning firecrackers. Moreover, wearing earplugs can be very useful for people who are experiencing hearing issues or have noise problems.

It becomes more than necessary to carry a mask if you are planning to go on a holiday to see the top sights in crowded places like Varanasi during the festive season. Even staying in a family hotel nearby, keep your distance as COVID-19 has not yet been eradicated.

6. Take care of your pets

Animals, like dogs and cats, are generally susceptible to high sound levels. Don’t forget their safety during the celebration. Avoid firecrackers. Also, ensure your pets are under guidance as they may get harmed by fire.

7. Try to be good to the environment

In pleasing ourselves, we somehow forget the nature around us. Especially during the festive seasons like Diwali, pollution levels increase considerably. So, be careful about the surroundings around you.

Conclusion

Diwali is not just one of the most cheerful celebrations but is also associated with a lot of noise and air pollution. It also produces a lot of garbage and the residue of the firecrackers burned the previous day. To make your and others’ Diwali free of accidents and health issues, make sure you spend the occasion in the most eco-friendly and healthy way possible.

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