Sphoorthi Theatre

History and Significance of Bandi Chhor Divas Bandi Chhor Divas, also known as "Day of Liberation," is a festival that is observed by Sikhs to celebrate the day that Shri Guru Hargobind, the sixth Guru of the Sikhs, was freed from Gwalior Fort. He had been detained there in the Gwalior Fort by Emperor Jahangir for a number of months. The phrase "Bandi Chhor Divas" means "Prisoner Release." The term "Bandi" means "imprisoned," "Chhor" means "release," and "Divas" means "day." Together, these words indicate "Prisoner Release." Both Bandi Chhor Diwas and Deepawali are considered to be distinct celebrations by Sikhs, and the two holidays actually occur on different calendar days. Despite this, it is usual practice for popular calendars to have both of these holidays falling on the same day. Due to this, a lot of people have a tendency to conceive of both of these events as taking place on th...

Deepavali-Diwali is celebrated on a nation-wide on Amavasya new moon day - the 15th day of the of the Hindu month of Ashwin, (October/November) every year. It symbolizes that age-old culture of India which teaches to overcome ignorance that subdues humanity and to drive away darkness that engulfs the light of knowledge. Diwali, the festival of lights even to-day in this modern world projects the rich and glorious past of India. Every year on the dark nights of Deepavali the sound of firecrackers announces the celebration of the favorite festival of Indians. Homes are decorated, sweets are distributed by everyone and thousands of lamps are lit to create a world of fantasy. Of all the festivals celebrated in India, Diwali is by far the most glamorous and important. Enthusiastically enjoyed by people of every religion, its magical and radiant touch creates an atmosphere of joy and festivity. The ancient story of how Deepavali evolved into such a widely celebrated festival is differ...