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Indian Youths in US, Canada, UK, Norway Celebrate Diwali Far from Home
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 07 Nov 2026, 05:47 PM
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Overseas Indian youths from Kekri‑Sirwar, Rajasthan, are celebrating Diwali in countries like the US, Canada, the UK and Norway, missing home and family.
Indian youths from the Kekri‑Sirwar region of Rajasthan are marking Diwali this year in foreign lands, far from their families and hometowns. The celebrations are taking place in several countries, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Norway, where many of these young people have moved for work or higher studies.
In the bustling streets of New York, Toronto, London and Oslo, groups of students and professionals gather to light diyas, set off sparklers and share traditional sweets. The festive atmosphere is a blend of cultural pride and homesickness, as participants recall the familiar sights of their village courtyards and the aroma of sweets made by their mothers.
Interviews with several of the youths reveal a common sentiment: while they are grateful for the opportunities abroad, the absence of family gatherings and the simple rituals of a home‑based Diwali weigh heavily on them. Many express a longing for the communal feasts and the warmth of relatives that are integral to the festival.
Despite the distance, the celebrations serve as a reminder of their roots and a way to keep cultural traditions alive in a global context. The Diwali festivities abroad underscore the resilience of the Indian diaspora in maintaining their heritage while adapting to new environments.
In the bustling streets of New York, Toronto, London and Oslo, groups of students and professionals gather to light diyas, set off sparklers and share traditional sweets. The festive atmosphere is a blend of cultural pride and homesickness, as participants recall the familiar sights of their village courtyards and the aroma of sweets made by their mothers.
Interviews with several of the youths reveal a common sentiment: while they are grateful for the opportunities abroad, the absence of family gatherings and the simple rituals of a home‑based Diwali weigh heavily on them. Many express a longing for the communal feasts and the warmth of relatives that are integral to the festival.
Despite the distance, the celebrations serve as a reminder of their roots and a way to keep cultural traditions alive in a global context. The Diwali festivities abroad underscore the resilience of the Indian diaspora in maintaining their heritage while adapting to new environments.