The theme for this year was Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam - “The World is one Family” - as people of all ages and backgrounds poured into Mary Fitzgerald Square in Newtown for the celebration of the FNB Gauteng Diwali Festival held on November 3.
Every year the celebrations get bigger and better - and 2012 was no exception. This is the fourth year that the Diwali festival has been held in Johannesburg, and saw well over 10 000 people pack the square and take part in the celebrations – a fitting tribute to the 100th year that organisers, the South African Hindu Maha Sabha, have been in South Africa.
Old and young alike enjoyed the wealth of entertainment on offer with the 180-plus artists who contributed to the days celebrations. Children had a wonderful time painting clay pots and creating a giant Rangoli on the square.
The winner of a raffle prize of double tickets to Dubai, including airport taxes, sponsored by Serendipity Tours, was Shailen Lala
Always a popular feature, the fireworks display, which was designed by world champion pyrotechnician Bonnie Pon lit up the night sky and DJ Zuby made sure revellers partied the evening away.
“As a proudly South African bank with roots that extend into India and several other African countries, we are excited to be a sponsor to an event that celebrates cultural diversity and tolerance within our communities. Over the years we have seen the festival grow to become one of the largest attended events for people living in the province,” said Howard Arrand, FNB Gauteng Provincial Head
“We are thrilled to have hosted such a spectacular festival. It was a very special time for all involved, and we are thankful that it went off without a hitch and was so successful,” said festival director Jayesperi Moopen.
“A festival of this proportion requires a good team and I would like to thank all the teams that were part of the great production. We look forward to another glorious festival in the coming year,” concludes Moopen.
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