Diwali

DIWALI, Friday 27 October

Next Friday we will celebrate Diwali at CJC with the ever-popular Samosas, Indian Sweets, dancing, Mandala drawing and new for 2023, Heena painting.  

Come and celebrate with us at the conclusion of the school day!

What is Diwali?

Often referred to as the festival of lights, (or Deepavali in south India), Diwali is a time for religious rituals and sharing traditional stories. It’s also an opportunity to spruce up the home, buy new clothes, and, of course, enjoy parties, feasting and an exchange of gifts.

During Diwali, people wear their finest clothes, illuminate the interior and exterior of their homes with saaki (earthen lamp), diyas and rangoli, perform worship ceremonies of Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity and wealth, light fireworks, and partake in family feasts, where mithai (sweets) and gifts are shared.