Diwali celebrated

Published October 26, 2003

HYDERABAD, Oct 25: The Hindu community in the interior of Sindh celebrated Diwali, the religious ceremony of lights, with traditional enthusiasm and religious spirit on Saturday.

Bhajan and Kirtan were held in temples of Hyderabad, Dadu, Thatta, Badin, Mirpurkhas, Tharparkar and Sanghar districts where Pundits highlighted the importance of the ceremony.

In their speeches, the Pundits also called upon the community members to forge unity among their ranks and play their due role in the prosperity of the country.

Special prayers for the integrity and solidarity of the country were also offered.

Thousands of people exchanged greetings and distributed sweets and dishes, specially prepared to celebrate the occasion.

Torchlit and fireworks display were also the key parts of the celebrations.—APP

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