hindu festival of light crossword clue

 The answer to the crossword clue "Hindu festival of light" is 6 letters: DIWALI. 

Diwali is a five-day festival of lights celebrated by Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs. It is a festival of joy and new beginnings, and it is a time to celebrate the victory of good over evil, light over darkness, and knowledge over ignorance.

During Diwali, people light diyas (small lamps), candles, and fireworks. They decorate their homes and businesses with lights and rangolis (colorful patterns made on the ground). They also exchange gifts and sweets, and they visit their families and friends.

Diwali is a major festival in India, but it is also celebrated in other parts of the world, such as Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, and Singapore.

Here are some other possible answers for the same clue:

HOLI : A Hindu festival of colors celebrated in spring.

GANESH CHATURTHI : A Hindu festival celebrating the birth of the elephant-headed god Ganesha.

RAMANAVAMI : A Hindu festival celebrating the birthday of the god Rama.