More than new clothes and sweets, Deepavali is about family and tradition

For Singaporean P. Parvathy, 65, from Sengkang, a visit to Johor Bahru to shop for Deepavali essentials has become an annual tradition, while also giving her the opportunity to meet relatives living in the state.

She said her visit to the Deepavali Bazaar at Jalan Ungku Puan here also allowed her to browse a variety of decorative items for the home, including floral ornaments to hang at the entrance, traditional attire and bangles.

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