{"id":9986,"date":"2026-11-10T08:17:29","date_gmt":"2026-11-10T16:17:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thenortherngazette.com\/?p=9986"},"modified":"2026-11-10T08:17:29","modified_gmt":"2026-11-10T16:17:29","slug":"foreign-students-add-international-flavour-to-diwali-celebrations-at-graphic-era-university","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thenortherngazette.com\/index.php\/2026\/11\/10\/foreign-students-add-international-flavour-to-diwali-celebrations-at-graphic-era-university\/","title":{"rendered":"Foreign students add international flavour to Diwali celebrations at Graphic Era University"},"content":{"rendered":"

Foreign students add international flavour to Diwali celebrations at Graphic Era University<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dehradun, Nov 10<\/strong><\/p>\n

Diwali celebrations at Graphic Era University witnessed an enthusiastic participation of foreign students, who joined their Indian counterparts in celebrating the festival of lights with traditional fervour and gaiety, turning the campus into a vibrant display of cultural diversity and international camaraderie.<\/p>\n

Students from different countries participated in the celebrations in large numbers, experiencing the colours, traditions and cultural significance of one of India’s most widely celebrated festivals. The foreign students enthusiastically took part in various festivities, including traditional rituals, lighting of diyas, decorations and cultural activities, reflecting their keen interest in Indian traditions and customs.<\/p>\n

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The celebrations provided an opportunity for international students to experience India’s rich cultural heritage beyond the classroom. The foreign students joined the festivities, exchanged greetings and shared the joy of Diwali with their Indian friends and faculty members. Some of of the international students also shared the songs and acquainting their Indian counter parts with their culture and tradition.<\/p>\n

The overwhelming participation of international students also reflected the university’s multicultural environment, where students from different nationalities and cultural backgrounds come together to celebrate festivals and promote mutual understanding.<\/p>\n

The celebrations highlighted how festivals transcend geographical and cultural boundaries, bringing people together through shared values of friendship, harmony, hope and togetherness. For many foreign students, the occasion offered a memorable glimpse into India’s cultural traditions and the spirit of its festive celebrations.<\/p>\n

The university campus wore a festive look, with colourful decorations and illuminated spaces adding to the celebratory atmosphere.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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