Halloween's Rise in Bharat Sparks Cultural Debate

Halloween is a festival that started a long time ago in places like Ireland and Scotland.

It was originally about celebrating the end of summer and the beginning of winter.

People believed that on this night, the spirits of the dead could come back to earth.

Over time, it mixed with Christian traditions and became what we know as Halloween today.

In Bharat, many young people and schools are now celebrating Halloween with costumes and parties.

But some people think this is not good because Halloween is not part of Bharatiya culture.

They say we should focus on our own traditions, like Pitru Paksha and Mahalaya, which are about honoring our ancestors with respect and gratitude.

These traditions are deeply connected to our culture and values.

The rise of Halloween in Bharat is seen as a sign of losing touch with our own heritage.

Some people believe we should bring back awareness of our own traditions and make them more accessible to young people.