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Himachal village forgoes Diwali celebrations over alleged curse
✍️ India Today
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 11:01 PM
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A remote village in Himachal Pradesh has chosen to skip fireworks and feasts this Diwali, citing a long‑standing local curse.
The residents of a small settlement in Himachal Pradesh have decided not to observe Diwali this year. According to local belief, a curse associated with the festival compels the community to refrain from lighting fireworks and preparing the customary feast.
The decision was reported by India Today, which highlighted the villagers' adherence to the tradition despite the broader national celebrations. No official statements from local authorities were cited, and the practice appears to be rooted in long‑standing folklore rather than any legal restriction.
While neighbouring towns continue with typical Diwali rituals, the village's abstention underscores the diversity of cultural interpretations that coexist within the state. Observers note that such localized customs, though rare, reflect the deep influence of oral traditions on contemporary festive behavior.
The decision was reported by India Today, which highlighted the villagers' adherence to the tradition despite the broader national celebrations. No official statements from local authorities were cited, and the practice appears to be rooted in long‑standing folklore rather than any legal restriction.
While neighbouring towns continue with typical Diwali rituals, the village's abstention underscores the diversity of cultural interpretations that coexist within the state. Observers note that such localized customs, though rare, reflect the deep influence of oral traditions on contemporary festive behavior.