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Sonia Gandhi recalls Diwali celebrations at Indira Gandhi's New Delhi home
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 02:45 PM
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Sonia Gandhi reminisced about the Diwali festivities at former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s residence, describing the house illuminated by countless diyas.
New Delhi, November 2023 – Senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi spoke about the festive atmosphere that once filled former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s house during Diwali. She said the entire property was bathed in the glow of earthen lamps, creating a warm and vibrant scene for family and guests.
Sonia recalled that the celebrations were marked by traditional sweets, including Kashmiri delicacies and the famous Old Delhi phuljhadis, which added a regional flavor to the occasion. The gatherings, she noted, brought together relatives and close associates in a spirit of unity and cultural pride.
The reminiscence highlights the personal side of political families, offering a glimpse into how national leaders observe India’s major festivals in private settings. While the former residence is now a symbol of historical significance, the memory of its Diwali lights remains vivid for those who experienced it.
Sonia’s comments were shared in an interview with the Hindustan Times, underscoring the enduring cultural importance of Diwali across generations of Indian leadership.
Sonia recalled that the celebrations were marked by traditional sweets, including Kashmiri delicacies and the famous Old Delhi phuljhadis, which added a regional flavor to the occasion. The gatherings, she noted, brought together relatives and close associates in a spirit of unity and cultural pride.
The reminiscence highlights the personal side of political families, offering a glimpse into how national leaders observe India’s major festivals in private settings. While the former residence is now a symbol of historical significance, the memory of its Diwali lights remains vivid for those who experienced it.
Sonia’s comments were shared in an interview with the Hindustan Times, underscoring the enduring cultural importance of Diwali across generations of Indian leadership.