Since the 18th century, Diwali has been celebrated in Sikhism as the time of Guru Hargobind’s return to Amritsar from captivity in Gwalior, an echo of Rama’s return to Ayodhya. The festival is called Bandi Chhor Divas (Punjabi: “Prisoner Release Day”). Residents of Amritsar lit lamps throughout the city to celebrate the occasion.
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