On a crisp Sunday afternoon in mid-October, Trafalgar Square shimmered with saffron, music, and expectation. London’s flagship civic space had once again become the stage for Diwali on the Square, the city’s official Festival of Lights, held this year on Sunday, October 12.

From the opening dance to evening workshops, it affirmed that Indian traditions are alive and resonant in London’s public fabric.

The programme included a 200-strong dance troupe, main-stage performances from across Hindu, Sikh, and Jain communities, sari-tying workshops, yoga sessions, a children’s zone, and stalls serving vegan and vegetarian South Asian food.

As the festivities unfolded, Mayor Sadiq Khan spoke of the event’s significance: “Diwali On The Square is a wonderful opportunity for Londoners and visitors

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