The town’s Maharashtrian community came together to celebrate Diwali on Saturday. The event marked the first-ever Marathi-style Diwali in Maidenhead, featuring traditional Maharashtrian food, festive performances, and cultural activities. Celebrations included a nostalgic Antakshari (singing) competition, ‘bringing back cherished memories of celebrations in Maharashtra.’It also inspired Maidenhead's first-ever Diwali publication, Maidenhead Deepotsav Diwali Ank – a ‘unique Maharashtrian tradition’ – published as an e-magazine with articles written in both English and Marathi languages, submitted by community members. This can be found at tinyurl.com/bdcmnsnaThe Maharashtrians in Maidenhead aims to connect Marathi families residing in the area. Neeta Upadhaye, trustee of the Maidenhead Maharashtrian community, said:“It’s been truly amazing to see the Maharashtrian community in Maidenhead come together to celebrate Diwali in a way that truly represents the richness of our culture.

Source: Express November 23, 2023 17:36 UTC