What do the Sikhs commonly call Diwali?

Diwali, the festival of lights, is commonly known as "Bandi Chhor Divas" among Sikhs. The term "Bandi Chhor Divas" translates to "Day of Liberation" or "Day of Release from Prison." This day holds historical significance for Sikhs, as it marks the release of Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji, the sixth Guru of Sikhism, from imprisonment. The story behind Bandi Chhor Divas is associated with the release of Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji from the Gwalior Fort in 1619. The Mughal Emperor Jahangir had imprisoned Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji along with 52 other princes. When Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji secured their release, he negotiated the freedom of the princes and asked that they be released with him. However, he requested that the release be conditioned on the tying of a thread to each prince's wrist. Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji managed to secure the release of the princes, and on his return to Amritsar, the Sikhs celebrated the occasion with great joy and lighting of lamps. In modern times, Sikhs around the world celebrate Bandi Chhor Divas with religious fervor. They visit Gurdwaras (Sikh temples), participate in prayers and kirtan (devotional singing), and illuminate their homes with lights and lamps. The celebration emphasizes the themes of freedom, justice, and the triumph of good over evil. While Diwali is a Hindu festival celebrated by people of various religions, Bandi Chhor Divas has a special significance within the Sikh community.