Indian diplomatic missions around the world lit up the night of Diwali, India’s festival of lights, spreading a message of unity and cultural pride.
In Tokyo, the Indian embassy celebrated with students, faculty, and the local Indian community at Shimane University. Charge d’Affaires R. Madhu Sudan sent a heartfelt video message, underscoring the growing friendship between India and Japan. University Vice President Yoshimi Kataoka also joined the greetings, reminding everyone that Diwali shines brighter when shared. The embassy said that many Indian students and teachers across Japan are marking the festival, a clear sign of the enduring bond between the two nations.
Across the globe, the spirit of Diwali crossed borders. In Yangon, Myanmar, the Myanmar India Friendship Association and Indian‑diaspora groups gathered at the National Theatre. They celebrated India’s rich diversity and the universal values of harmony and brotherhood.
Further afield, a lecture series at the Amrita Sher‑Gil Cultural Centre in Budapest hosted a Diwali event for Hungarian students learning Hindi. The Indian embassy in Budapest shared on X that a lively lecture and short cultural performances lit up the evening, turning learning into a joyful, shared celebration.
In Fiji, the police headquarters in Suva rang in Diwali with a call for renewed commitment to justice. The event highlighted the vital role of the Indo‑Fijian and Indian community, a key part of Fiji’s cultural tapestry.
Meanwhile, in Dubai, Indian Consul General Satish Sivan opened the Diwali festival at Al Seef, greeting the Indian diaspora and wishing everyone a bright and prosperous holiday.
Across continents, Diwali 2025 united people of Indian heritage and friends everywhere, reminding us that light and tradition know no borders.
Source: ianslive
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