Festivals
When hindus and sikhs were living in Afghanistan, they enjoyed freedom of religion, they practiced their religion and celebrated their festivals, there were many temples, dharamsalas, and gurudwaras in Kandahar and Kabul. Hindu students in public schools were allowed to take their religious holidays. Following are some of the most celebrated festivals:
| Festival | Activities |
| Vaisakhi | Gurudwaras, dharamsalas, grand picnics, new cloths |
| Deewali | temple, prayers at home, gambling |
| Lohi (Lohri) | fireworks |
| JanamAshtmi |