Essence of Deepawali: A Tapestry of glittering memories, connections and celebrations
As the last of Deepawali lamps and decorations are packed away, a certain quietness descends on the house. Remembering the charged atmosphere from a couple of weeks back when the preparations started, I can’t help but drawn to the 1980s celebrations, wherein the simple joys and vibrant traditions left an indelible mark on my childhood. Wool pompoms garland we have been making every year As the calendar (Kalnirnay as we all know it) flipped to October, the anticipation of Deepawali would set in. As the mid-term exams finished, signalling the onset of holidays, the atmosphere at the house would be charged as we embarked on the ritual of cleaning and decorating the house. Baba will make a visit to the market to buy marigold flowers, firecrackers and other essentials. The streets were adorned with makeshift stalls selling an array of divas (earthen lamp...
