Parsi New Year, Navroz is being celebrated today across the world. The festival is celebrated by follows of Zoroastrianism in Middle-East, USA and South Asian countries such as India and Pakistan.<br/><br/>The vibrant festival began 3,000 years back by the mighty emperor Jamshed, who introduced the new calendar in Persia. Hence, it is also known as Jamshedi Navroz or Navroz.<br/><br/>The day is celebrated to gain health, wealth, prosperity, and productivity. Four 'Fs' – Fire, Fragrance, Food, and Friendship – play an important role in the celebration. Besides celebration, Navroz is also the day of repentance.<br/><br/>The day is dedicated to clean and purify the mind and start a new year with love and peace. Parsis wear traditional clothes and visit fire temple also known as 'Agiary' and offer milk, flowers, fruits, sandalwood to the sacred fire.
News On AIR | August 17, 2017 7:09 AM
Parsi New Year, Navroz being celebrated today