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Deep Jale launches on Saturday with ‘Bazaar’ as countdown to Diwali begins  

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Young people put on a musical performance at Deep Jale 2022 (Photo: News Room/ October 15, 2022)

The Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha will launch its countdown to Diwali 2024 with its Deep Jale event that promises to be a spectacular light – up with rich cultural items.

Deep Jale will be at the Kitty Seawall Roundabout in Georgetown. On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Dharmic Sabha, a bazaar will also be on display.

President of Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha, Dr. Vindhya Persaud spoke about what persons can expect as they usher in the festival of lights.

“In addition to the light up which symbolizes to always let light triumph over darkness, we will be hosting a grand cultural programme featuring outstanding Guyanese artistes who will be performing in music, song and dance,” Dr. Persaud explained.

Dr. Vindhya Vasini Persaud, President of the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha

Deep Jale is now a staple on the national calendar and this year will expand at the Kitty Seawall Roundabout as it continues each night until the 30th when Dharmic Sabha’s magnificent motorcade will make its way past the Roundabout from the Shri Krishna Mandir in Campbellville to the La Bonne Intention Community Center Ground.

Deep Jale will be held from October 19 – 30 starting from 18:00hrs every evening.

Guyanese artistes including Kishan Sugrim of Berbice, Suraj Singh, Sookrane Boodhoo, Rekha Singh and Ganindra of West Coast Demerara, Elizabeth Wongand Arijit Singh of East Coast Demerara and the Dharmic Nritya Sangh, Cumming’s Lodge Mandir and Golden Om Dharmic Dance troupe from Berbice.

Deep Jale will also be held countrywide, like places at Palmyra, Berbice at the Indian Heritage Monument Site on the 23rd of October and follows those held in Essequibo and West Coast Demerara.

On the occasion of the 50th anniversary, Dharmic Sabha has added a Bazaar element on the avenue opposite the Roundabout, where attendees can Indian cuisines such as 7-curry, hot fried vegetarian samosas, potato balls etc, sweets, rotis and curries.

“People can really have a culinary experience as well as a shopping experience so they can purchase anything from their diyas, to their outfits for Diwali jewelry as they walk along the bazaar,” Dr. Persaud said.

Deep Jale is open to the public with free admission.

“We are encouraging families to come out because it is a really perfect occasion for families to come out in their numbers, experience what Diwali is all about, learn more about Diwali and enjoy the elements of the festival.”

Other activities leading up to Diwali include the Inter-School Rangoli Competition along with a Fashion show.

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