Deepavali (or Diwali) is the Festival of Lights which celebrated during the 7th month of the Hindu calendar (usually October or November).

Hindus adorn their homes with dozens of lights or oil lamps, called vikku, to signify the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. It is celebrated as the day the evil Narakasura was slain by Lord Krishna. In Malaysia, it is celebrated by many Malaysian Indians who are Hindus. Malaysians of other religion will visit friends of Hindu faith to extend good wishes and to partake of the feasting and festivity. This is a major celebration for many Hindus in Malaysia, who will also hold ‘open houses’.