Zoroastrianism is known as one of the oldest monotheistic religions. grown in Iran and it has also moved to India, especially Mumbai, where they are known as Parsee or Parsi. They are a member of the Zoroastrian ethnic group who fled from religious persecution centuries ago. They still maintain traditions of the ancient Persian faith.

Nowruz or Nowruz is the celebration of new Year for Zoroastrians, celebrating springs arrival and symbolising rebirth, deeply tied to fire rituals as a a symbol of divine purity and life force, with celebrations involving lighting fires, spring cleaning, family gatherings, and feasting, rooted in Zoroastrianism but now celebrated by many cultures.

Zoroastrians honour the fire as a representation of their God, Ahura Mazda, seeing it as a pure, vibrant force, not worshipping the fire itself but its spiritual significance. Sacred fires are kept burning continuously in temples, requiring elaborate rituals and prayers.