In Southern India, people celebrate Deepawali in their own way. They believe that it is the victory of Lord Krishna against the demon, Narkasura. On the day of Naraka Chaturdashi, people celebrate the destruction of the demon Narakasura as it is believed to be the 14th day on which the demon was killed. Lord Krishna killed the demon Narkasura, as he was causing great unhappiness amongst the people of the world. Narkasura was believed to be a demon of grime, covered in musk. He used to kidnap young beautiful women and forced them to live with him. The 16,000 women were kept in captivity by the demon king. Hearing their cries, Lord Vishnu, came in the form of Lord Krishna for their rescue. Firstly, Lord Krishna had to fight with a five-headed monster who guarded the demon's home. After that, Lord Krishna destructed Narkasura and the women were freed from the oppressive tyranny of the demon and all heaved a sigh of relief. With a view to removing any stigma on them, especially societal dignity, Sri Krishna gave all of them the status of his wives. After the slaying of Narakasura Sri Krishna bathed himself with oil spreading all over his body, in the early morning of Chaturdashi. Mother Earth requested Sri Krishna that the day be celebrated as one of jubilation as she is believed to be Narakasura. Sri Krishna accepted and since then the tradition has been continued. Mother Earth reconciled herself to the loss of her son. She set an example for the others of how one has to forget one's personal joys and sorrows for the sake of the welfare of the world.
In western India, it is celebrated in the honour of the King Bali who was immensely popular with his subjects for his generosity. However, king Bali had become arrogant and conceited. His generosity was put to test by Lord Vishnu who appeared in the disguise of a dwarf and asked him for a piece of land equal to his three steps. When Bali granted his wish, Lord Vishnu took the form of a super giant person, and with his two steps covered Bali's entire kingdom. With his third step he pushed Bali to the under land. Since then, his people celebrated his arrival on this day.
In West Bengal, it is celebrated in honour of Goddess Durga. For Bengalis, worship Goddess Kali, yet another form of Goddess Durga. Kali is the Goddess who takes away darkness. She cuts down all impurities and purifies her devotees with the sincerity of her love.
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