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Happy Diwali Wishes: On the auspicious day of Diwali, Indian star batters Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill joined Indian Cricketing fraternity to extend their wishes to people on social media. India's newly-appointed ODI skipper Gill is leading the side in a three-match ODI series in Australia.

India are trailing 1-0 in the series as they succumbed to a 7-wicket loss against Australia in the 1st ODI.

"On this festival of lights, may your home be filled with warmth, love and countless blessings. Wishing you and your family a very happy and prosperous Diwali," Kohli shared in his post on Instagram.

Gill, who is also a part of the T20I series in the capacity of a vice-captain, took to X and wrote, "Wishing everyone a Diwali filled with light, laughter and love."

The leading run-getter for India in Women's Cricket, Mithali Raj joined in the celebrations and wrote on X, "As lights adorn every home, may peace and joy dwell in every soul. Happy Diwali to everyone!"

Earlier, The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) also shared a 'Happy Diwali' poster along with a small message. "Here's wishing everyone a sparkling Diwali," the message read.

Diwali is a five-day festival that starts on Dhanteras. On Dhanteras, people purchase jewellery or utensils and worship the Gods. The second day is called Naraka Chaturdashi. It is also known as Chhoti Diwali, or Small Diwali.

The third day of Diwali is the main day of the celebrations. People worship Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi on this day, offering prayers to bless them with wealth and prosperity.

The fourth day of Diwali is devoted to Govardhan Puja. The fifth day is called Bhai Dooj. On this day, sisters pray for their brothers to have long and happy lives by performing the Tika ceremony, and brothers give gifts to their sisters in return.

Inputs from ANI

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