Halloween in India: The rise of a once little-known Western festival
- Halloween is celebrated on October 31 every year. What was once a little-known Western tradition is now gaining popularity in Indian cities.
- Halloween traces its roots to the Celtic festival of Samhain, which marked the end of harvest and start of winter.
- • Shows like Friends and Brooklyn Nine-Nine helped introduce Halloween to Indians through costumes and themed parties.
- Restaurants, offices and shops now celebrate Halloween with costume contests, themed food and trick-or-treat sessions.
Source: food.ndtv.com
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