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Published 02 Nov, 2024 06:37am

Hindu temples light up in city

LAHORE: Various temples in Lahore have been decorated with colourful lights for Diwali, the biggest festival in Hinduism, according to a spokesperson for the Parks & Horticulture Authority (PHA).

“The PHA adorned Krishna Mandir on Ravi Road, the historic Valmiki Temple in the Neela Gumbad area, and the Jain Mandir near Old Anarkali Bazaar,” said a spokesperson for the PHA in a press release on Friday.

Traditionally, he said, a special ceremony to celebrate Diwali is held at Krishna Mandir, where Hindus from across Punjab attend the event.

These lights are a gift from the PHA to the Hindu community, the spokesperson added, noting that Diwali, also known as the festival of lights, is celebrated by Hindus around the world with special prayers in temples.

Published in Dawn, November 2nd, 2024

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