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Visually-impaired workers make candles ahead of Diwali, in a workshop of the Blind School Relief Association in New Delhi. (Express photo by Praveen Khanna)
Blind School Relief Association workers put final touches on earthen lamps or 'diyas' to be lit up on Diwali. (Express photo by Praveen Khanna)
Diwali is celebrated with great pomp and pageantry across India. (Express photo by Praveen Khanna)
Colourful lamps or 'diyas' get the final coat of paint at the Blind School Relief Association. (Express photo by Praveen Khanna)
There is a lot of preparation that happens prior to the celebration of Diwali, the festival of lights. (Express Photo by Praveen Khanna)
One of the most anticipated festivals in India, Diwali stands for positivity, optimism, and inclusivity. (Express photo by Praveen Khanna)
During Diwali celebrations, houses are decorated with lights, candles and lamps. (Express photo by Praveen Khanna)
According to legends, the festival is also associated with the story of Yama and Nachiketa on Kartika amavasya. It narrates the story of true wealth, knowledge and triumph of right over wrong. (Express photo by Praveen Khanna)
