 2; 2 Nov. 2002).; 3 Nov. 2002), Shri Hanumanji is worshipped to drive away all inauspicious and ill-omened elements. On this day, Shri Krishna destroyed Narkasur and released the 16,000 damsels that the demon had imprisoned.
Diwali (Aso vad 30; 4 Nov. 2002), the last day of the year, is celebrated because Bhagwan Shri Ram returned victorious to Ayodhya from his 14 year exile in the forest. On this day, lamps are lighted as a symbol of jubilation for Shri Ram’s return to Ayodhya and a sign to kindle the light of knowledge and divinity within one’s heart.
Chopada pujan or the ritual for the sanctification of account books for the New Year is also held on this day..