Photos: From lanterns to firecrackers, here is how Mumbai gears up for Diwali

[caption id=“attachment_1763839” align=“alignleft” width=“940”] As Diwali is around the corner, people from all over Mumbai are busy shopping for diyas, fire-crackers and sweets. Here is a look at how Mumbai celebrates the Festival of Lights. Sachin Gokhale/ Firstpost[/caption] [caption id=“attachment_1763815” align=“alignleft” width=“940”] Diyas are lit during Diwali as a symbol of the victory of good over evil. The practice of adorning buildings with diyas is a celebration of light. Sachin Gokhale/ Firstpost[/caption] [caption id=“attachment_1763817” align=“alignleft” width=“940”] You even have a choice among diyas, as diyas of all shapes, colour and sizes are available during Diwali. Designer Diyas are becoming popular in Mumbai. Sachin Gokhale/ Firstpost[/caption] [caption id=“attachment_1763819” align=“alignleft” width=“940”] The Diwali frenzy of sale and purchase is an important source of livelihood for many in Mumbai, who make different kinds of Diwali products to attract consumers. Sachin Gokhale/ Firstpost[/caption] [caption id=“attachment_1763821” align=“alignleft” width=“940”] From multi-coloured ornament-shaped diyas to diyas shaped like tiny mud houses, you have a lot of choice during this Diwali in Mumbai. Sachin Gokhale/ Firstpost[/caption] [caption id=“attachment_1763823” align=“alignleft” width=“940”] Diwali in Mumbai is also famous for lanterns of different colours and design adorning every house. Sachin Gokhale/ Firstpost[/caption] [caption id=“attachment_1763825” align=“alignleft” width=“940”] The shops in Mumbai ensure that people never run out of choices when it comes to shopping for lanterns, diyas and other Diwali goods. Sachin Gokhale/ Firstpost[/caption] [caption id=“attachment_1763827” align=“alignleft” width=“940”] What is Diwali without the sight of firecrackers bursting in the sky? Mumbaikars go hunting for the brightest firecrackers at the best price in the city. Sachin Gokhale/ Firstpost[/caption] [caption id=“attachment_1763829” align=“alignleft” width=“940”] Diwali, apart from being a celebration of light, is equally a celebration of food as various kinds of sweets and dry fruits are prepared and sold. Sachin Gokhale/ Firstpost[/caption] [caption id=“attachment_1763831” align=“alignleft” width=“940”] The one thing that is always a part of shopping for Diwali is bargaining as buyer and seller try to reach that perfect price. Sachin Gokhale/Firstpost[/caption] [caption id=“attachment_1763833” align=“alignleft” width=“940”] Apart from the lanterns and diyas, rangolis are a big part of Diwali which are usually present at the entrance to every house. Sachin Gokhale/ Firstpost[/caption]