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Rajasthan Dispatches 1 Million Cow Dung Diyas to Mauritius for Diwali
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 01 Nov 2026, 01:36 PM
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The state of Rajasthan has shipped 10 lakh cow‑dung diyas to Mauritius in preparation for the Diwali festival, strengthening cultural ties with the Indian diaspora.
The state government of Rajasthan has dispatched a shipment of 10 lakh cow‑dung diyas to Mauritius in time for the upcoming Diwali celebrations.
Cow‑dung diyas are a traditional lighting source used during the festival, symbolising purity and prosperity. The cargo, consisting of 1 million such diyas, is intended for use by the Indian community residing in Mauritius.
The shipment was organized by Rajasthan authorities and transported to Mauritius via sea freight. It is expected to arrive well before the Diwali festivities begin.
This gesture is part of Rajasthan’s efforts to promote cultural heritage abroad and to support the Indian diaspora in maintaining their traditions.
The delivery underscores the enduring ties between Rajasthan and Mauritius and highlights the significance of cow‑dung diyas in Indian religious practice.
Cow‑dung diyas are a traditional lighting source used during the festival, symbolising purity and prosperity. The cargo, consisting of 1 million such diyas, is intended for use by the Indian community residing in Mauritius.
The shipment was organized by Rajasthan authorities and transported to Mauritius via sea freight. It is expected to arrive well before the Diwali festivities begin.
This gesture is part of Rajasthan’s efforts to promote cultural heritage abroad and to support the Indian diaspora in maintaining their traditions.
The delivery underscores the enduring ties between Rajasthan and Mauritius and highlights the significance of cow‑dung diyas in Indian religious practice.