Why India Cleans Before Diwali - The Lesser Known Story from the Śrīmad Vālmīki Rāmāyaṇa - EBook
Why do we deep-clean our homes before Diwali?
The answer goes back thousands of years to Ayodhya’s first celebration of Lord Rama’s return. Discover the origins of Diwali cleaning and how this ancient ritual of joy and preparation continues in Indian homes today in this special Krya Ebook.
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Every year, Indian homes come alive with light, fragrance, and festive joy. But few know that the tradition of Diwali cleaning began with the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after His 14-year vanvas.
When Hanuman brought news of the Lord’s victory, Bharata instructed every citizen to purify and decorate their homes to welcome Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana. Roads were repaired, flowers strung, and lamps lit across the city—transforming Ayodhya into a glowing symbol of devotion and readiness.
This was the first Diwali, and its message remains timeless: when we clean our homes, we are really preparing our hearts and spaces for light, peace, and auspiciousness to enter.