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The Significance of Diwali: Beyond Lights and Sweets
14.05.2025

The Significance of Diwali: Beyond Lights and Sweets

Diwali 2025 is just around the corner, and for Indian families worldwide, it’s a special time of unity, tradition, and gifts. Even if life has brought you to Canada, somewhere in Toronto, Hamilton, Ottawa, Vancouver, Calgary, or Montreal, you can still delight your loved ones in India. So, it’s time to find out how to send Diwali gifts to India with Meest Canada. No overpaying and always on time — amazing!

Diwali What Is It?

Diwali is a wildly bright Indian holiday that’s impossible not to love. Just imagine: thousands of lights, flowers, sweets, laughter, and of course — gifts! But Diwali meaning is more than just beauty. It’s about a new beginning, the victory of good over evil, light over darkness. People clean their homes, set off fireworks, and cherish all the joyous moments.

In Canada, this holiday is celebrated just as emotionally: festivals, concerts, and fairs are organized. Even if you are far from India — the Diwali atmosphere will find you!

When and Why Is Diwali Celebrated?

When is Diwali celebrated? In 2025, the holiday falls on October 20th. It all starts with preparations — people decorate homes, cook sweets, and buy new clothes. How long is Diwali that requires such a long preparation? In reality, the celebration lasts for five days!

How to celebrate Diwali in India? Easy! Every city has its style. In Varanasi, thousands of lamps are lit along the Ganges. In Mumbai, fireworks are launched, and people pray and sing songs in small villages. But the main thing is to be with family — and, of course, to exchange delicious and heartwarming gifts. 

If your family is far away, don’t be sad. You can always send the best gift with international delivery!

Diwali Gift Ideas in India: Choose Carefully

Diwali gifts in India are not just a formality. In Indian culture, each type of gift has its meaning:

  • Sweets (laddoo, barfi, gulab jamun) symbolize prosperity. A set of homemade Indian sweets is a classic gift.
  • Candles, diya, or aromatic lamps — bring light into the home, driving away negative energy.
  • Traditional clothing (sari, kurta) shows respect for the culture. This is a great option if you send gifts to parents or grandma.
  • Jewelry — for a wife, fiancée, or mother. Gold symbolizes stability and the blessing of Lakshmi.
  • Electronics (phones, headphones) — for young people and students. A practical and popular gift.
  • Dishes and kitchen appliances — ideal for families, especially in a new home or new life stage.

If you're unsure, choose a Diwali gift hamper — a little bit of everything in one box. There are also certificates and cards with personal messages. They are perfect if you're not sure about the recipient’s taste.

Tip: Avoid black color in clothing and gift wrapping — it’s considered inauspicious during this time.

How to Send a Gift from Canada to India

The easiest way is to use the Meest Portal in different languages. Here's the instruction:

  • Register or log into your account.
  • Choose the delivery country — India.
  • Fill in the recipient’s address. Be sure to double-check all the data.
  • Select the delivery method — Drop-off or Courier pick-up.
  • Describe what you are sending. This affects the cost.
  • Pay and receive the label for your box.
  • Stick the label on the box and send it using the chosen method. Done!

The delivery cost depends on the weight, dimensions, and distance. The estimated price can be calculated using the calculator on the Meest website.

Which Delivery Method to Choose

Meest offers several options to ensure customers in large cities and remote provinces have no restrictions.

  • Are you near the Meest office or another postal branch? Drop-off is your variant. Bring your packaged parcel, fill out the form on-site or online, and hand it over to the staff member.
  • Don’t have time to leave the house? You should choose Courier Pick-up. You can order a courier to come to your address at the specified time to collect your package.

Tip: Always check the nearest drop-off point on the website map.

What You Need to Know Before Packing

No matter how strongly you desire to choose the best gift for Deepawali, Meest has a clear list of prohibited items for international shipping that you can learn on this page. In the meantime, avoid:

  • Alcohol, cigarettes, and fireworks are strictly prohibited.
  • Cash and precious metals are better to avoid.
  • Perishable items are not recommended.

The goods in the parcel must be tightly packed. It is recommended that the gift be wrapped in plastic or bubble wrap.

Spread the Joy and Light of Diwali, No Matter the Distance

Diwali celebration is about care. If you are not with your loved ones, don’t be sad that you can’t light fireworks, hang garlands, and join the dinner. Show your care. Even thousands of kilometers away, a gift sent via Meest will allow you to be there on time. Choose gifts, use the convenient delivery method, and may the light of your heart touch your loved ones this festive time.

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