I got a thought after seeing someone distributing food on occasion of Diwali and it made me think about broader perspective of this festival. Ofc celebration and other things are important and there but here is something which it reflects in deeper terms as well.
Diwali, beyond its religious significance, creates a unique blend of capitalism with socialistic redistribution. The festival encourages substantial spending, but this spending often goes toward local artisans, small traders, and small businesses--boosting local economies rather than concentrating wealth in large corporations People buy handmade diyas, sweets, clothes, and gifts, supporting those who depend heavily on the festive season.
Moreover, Diwali is a time for sharing; gifts are exchanged not just among families but also with friends, employees, and even the less fortunate, spreading the wealth more widely. Many companies offer bonuses, acknowledging workers contributions and allowing them to partake in the festival. This cycle of community-focused spending and shared prosperity resonates with socialistic values by redistributing wealth within society, ensuring broader participation in economic gains.
Sadly, this is happen less now-a-days
|| but this spending often goes toward local artisans, small traders, and small businesses–boosting local economies rather than concentrating wealth in large corporations
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Beautiful perspective, happy Diwali✨🎉
Also no Chinese style of celebrating diwali i.e firecrackers, they pollute the environment and harm the animals physically and mentally
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