This year it falls on the 21st of August. . This festival is held at the spring equinox. It is marked by religious services, feasting and rejoicing. Zoroastrians believe that gladness is a weapon against the evil spirit. Another weapon is purity.
People take special care about the purity of fire, water and earth.
Parsis have gained fame for their kindness and philanthropy. They have always helped our nation in times of crisis. We must know a little bit about this unique community. Parsis follow a religion called Zoroastrianism. Zoroastrianism is an ancient religion.