Bandi Chhor Divas, celebrated on the main day of Diwali, commemorates the release of Guru Hargobind, the sixth Guru of Sikhism, from imprisonment. In many places nagar kirtans (religious processions) wind through streets, carrying the Adi Granth (Sikh sacred scripture) and accompanying it with singing, drumming, and music playing. The tradition of the langar (free community kitchen) is emphasized, serving meals to all visitors, regardless of background, reinforcing Sikh values of equality and seva (selfless service). At homes and gurdwaras families light diyas and candles.