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Less enthusiasm, no festivities in flood-hit villages on Diwali

Villagers gather at local gurdwaras for langars

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Diwali, the festival of lights, remained less joyful in the flood-affected villages of Sultanpur Lodhi this year. With farmlands destroyed, celebrations were replaced by silence in villages like Ahli Kalan, Baupur, and Rampur Gaura.

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In previous years, local markets would be vibrant with shops selling diyas, sweets, and decorative items. This time, however, it was different. “Earlier, there would be small stalls for Diwali. This time, koi khaas utsah nahee si (there was no special enthusiasm),” said Rashpal Singh, a resident of Ahli Kalan.

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Villagers gathered at local gurdwaras where langars were organised, providing some comfort in difficult times.

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Paramjit Singh, a farmer leader from Baupur village, described the emotional toll the floods have taken. “It was not a happy Diwali for us. Less people celebrated this time. A displaced family is staying with me, and today the children were asking for crackers. We got them some toys,” he said.

Manjit Kaur from Rampur Gaura, who lost her home, is staying at the village Sarpanch's residence. She recalled last year's celebrations. “It is a sad Diwali for us now. Last year, we were in our own home, celebrating with joy. This time, it's tough.”

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Others who went back to their homes to restart their lives also celebrated a little, whatever they could. "It was a tough Diwali for the affected people and they hoped that the next year, it will not be the same anymore and there will happiness all around," a farmer leader said.

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