Diwali

2024 - 10 - 31

Finding Love in the Dark: How a Diwali Lockdown Sparked Romance!

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Discover how one woman's Diwali lockdown in Melbourne led to unexpected love and lasting celebrations!

Diwali, the festival of lights, brought more than just the customary glow of diyas and bursting crackers for Ananya Anand; it also illuminated a path to love during a challenging time. In 2020, when Melbourne was under strict lockdown measures due to the pandemic, Ananya found herself unexpectedly staying alone in her apartment. Like many of us, she experienced the tinges of loneliness, but little did she know that her life was about to take a joyous turn.

As the festive season approached, Ananya decided to celebrate the festival of Diwali with an innovative twist; she hosted virtual gatherings with family and friends. Through her laptop screen, she donned her favorite saree and lit her diyas, radiating positivity despite the constraints of lockdown. During one of these virtual gatherings, she was reintroduced to a childhood friend, Rohan, who had also been in Melbourne. Their conversations blossomed into a delightful routine, filled with laughter and a genuine connection that transcended the physical distance.

The ensuing weeks saw Ananya and Rohan discovering each other’s quirks and charms over shared meals, Netflix marathons, and endless discussions about everything from their cultural heritage to their future aspirations. As Diwali approached, Ananya felt a warm glow not just from the lights around her but from the budding romance blooming in her life. Their virtual celebrations became more meaningful, with Rohan contributing his favorite family recipes and joining her in the ritual of lighting lamps, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness.

Fast forward to a few years later, and Ananya and Rohan have transformed that initial lockdown romance into a lasting partner-ship, celebrating Diwali together as a couple every year. Each year, they not only observe traditional customs but also create new traditions that encapsulate their journey. Their love story reminds us that even in the harshest of times, there’s always a flicker of hope waiting to be ignited.

Did you know that Diwali is celebrated by millions of people across the globe? It signifies the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. In Australia, there is a thriving Indian community that embraces these traditions with vibrant festivities, blending them with local flavors. Additionally, love stories born during lockdowns like Ananya and Rohan's are becoming increasingly common, proving that sometimes, it takes a global challenge to shine a light on life's greatest blessings!

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Ananya Anand found love in Diwali lockdown, celebrations continue (SBS)

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What is Diwali, the Festival of Lights? How is it celebrated in India ... (The Associated Press)

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Surrounded by dozens of flickering lamps and beautiful flowers, the mantras we recite take on a personal significance. I just feel grateful for every blessing.”.

The Occasion of Diwali - United States Department of State (Department of State)

I wish a happy Diwali to the more than one billion Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists, among others, who are celebrating the festival of lights.

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