Leicestershire branch holds its eighth Diwali celebration
The Royal Pharmaceutical Society’s Leicestershire and Rutland branch held its eighth annual Diwali celebration on 20 November. About
300 pharmacists
and their families attended the event.
The branch says that its annual event is now the largest celebration
of Diwali by pharmacists in the British Isles. It was instigated eight
years ago to provide a shared cultural evening for Asian and British
pharmacists in the Leicester area.
Diwali is a five-day Hindu festival celebrating the victory of good over
evil, light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance. Commonly known
as the “festival of lights”, it is also celebrated by Jains
and Sikhs.
During the Leicestershire celebration, events were organised to raise
money for several charities. The main beneficiary was Heart Search, which
received a cheque for £1,500, including a contribution of £750
from UniChem. Entertainment was provided by Asian dancers and musicians.
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