Indian Embassy hosts lively Diwali festivities in Kuwait
The embassy’s celebration created a joyful atmosphere, strengthening cultural bonds within the Indian community in Kuwait and fostering a deeper appreciation for culture among all attendees.
• His Excellency Dr. Adarsh Swaika, the Indian Ambassador to the State of Kuwait, emphasized Diwali’s significance as a time of joy, unity, and hope, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness.
The Indian Embassy in Kuwait celebrated Diwali, the Festival of Lights, with a lively event that brought together community members and media representatives. The celebration featured traditional Indian cultural expressions, including captivating dance performances and melodious singing.
The event highlighted India’s rich heritage, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil, as traditionally represented by Diwali.
The embassy’s celebration created a joyful atmosphere, strengthening cultural bonds within the Indian community in Kuwait and fostering a deeper appreciation for culture among all attendees.
The Indian Ambassador to Kuwait, H. E. Dr. Adarsh Swaika, and Mrs. Vandana Swaika welcomed the guests, expressing heartfelt gratitude to everyone who joined the celebration.
In his remarks, the ambassador emphasized Diwali’s significance as a time of joy, unity, and hope, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness.
The ambassador extended special thanks to the performers, the Indian Embassy family, and the guests, appreciating their contributions to the event’s success and the strong bonds shared between India and Kuwait.
Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the Hindu festival of lights, with similar celebrations observed in other Indian religions. The festival symbolizes the spiritual triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance.
Diwali is celebrated during the Hindu lunisolar months of Ashvin and Kartika, typically from mid-September to mid-November, with festivities lasting five to six days.
