Goa celebrated Diwali in a unique, traditional style by burning giant effigies of the demon king Narkasur, marking the victory of Lord Krishna over evil. This ritual, Narkasur Vadh, is a central. With festive spirit around, firework displays, feasts and prayers taking over the celebratory zeal of Diwali, the people of Panaji in Goa burned the effigy of the demon Narakasura.