Our India is well known as a culture filled with ancient traditions. Accordingly the Hindu culture contradicts many of the western world’s ideals and Valentine’s Day celebrations are known to clash with India’s conservative religious background. Meanwhile it has only been in the most recent years that Valentine’s Day has become widely recognized in India. Furthermore just like most people in the world, many men and women of India, particularly young couples, celebrate Valentine’s Day in a big way. Hotels and restaurants are fully booked to accommodate couples who are expressing and celebrating their love for each other.
Reportedly Valentine’s Day is neither a public nor a private holiday and so all offices, schools, colleges, government and private institutions remain open on this day, but those who wish to enjoy the day take a personal holiday to celebrate with their partner. Analyst says Valentine’s Day is a popular global observance that is becoming increasingly popular in India over the years. Many people, particularly young people, in India started celebrating and enjoying the day in recent times.
Moreover popular Valentine’s Day symbols include flowers, cupid, arrows, love birds, the color red and hearts. Further hearts symbolize of love, but it is also a symbol of life and giving one’s heart to another person, so to speak, is the ultimate expression of love.
