THE streets of Chester city centre were filled once more with Diwali celebrations on Saturday (October 28).
The Sanjhi Indian Association marked Diwali, the Hindu festival of light, with a colourful parade from Northgate Street to Eastgate Street, including a display of traditional Indian dancing at 12.30pm.
Suchitra Sharma and Group/Gejje dance featured youngsters dancing in the street, followed by semi classical dance by Sai Mayur dance school, Chester and then the Sanjhi ladies group performing a Bollywood dance medley.
There were also performances from Lalita’s Namastey India Dance school, and a final Bollywood dance medley from Manasa’s Gejje dance, Chester.
After the parade and celebrations in Eastgate Street, the festival continued at the Chester Unity Centre, Cuppin street where public workshops were held.
The festival also featured Henna hand painting, face painting, Diya making, Diwali art, Indian food stall and Indian craft stalls.
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