Diwali celebrated

Published November 2, 2005

SUKKUR, Nov 1: The Hindu community celebrated Diwali with simplicity in Sukkur, Shikarpur and Ghotki districts on Tuesday. Gatherings were organized in temples.

The biggest gathering was held at the Sadhu Bela temple in the evening.

The temple was decorated and illuminated.

Prayers were held in the temples for the integrity and solidarity of the country. Special prayers were held for earthquake victims.

The main Diwali function in the Shikarpur city was held at the Saddar bazaar temple.

—APP

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