Diwali being a major Hindu festival, it starts with the celebration of Vasubaras which is then followed by Dhanteras, Narak Chaturdashi, Laxmi Poojan, Padwa or Balipratipada and, lastly, Bhai Dooj / Bhau Beej.
On the day of Vasubaras, people worship cows and calves in the evening. The word “Vasu” means cow, and “Baras” means the twelfth day, hence the name Vasu Baras.
According to mythology, during the great event of Samudra Manthan—the churning of the ocean by Gods and Demons to obtain Amrut (the nectar of immortality)—a divine cow named Kamdhenu emerged from the ocean. She was considered a heavenly gift to the seven great Gods. Kamdhenu symbolizes motherhood, divinity, and nourishment, and is also closely connected to Lord Krishna.
On Vasubaras, people honor the cow as a motherly figure who provides sustenance to all, and they celebrate the day with devotion, gratitude, joy, and happiness.
" Happy Diwali"
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