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Diwali observed in Henrico County through religious, cultural and culinary practices

Thousands of people celebrated the pinnacle of Diwali – a five-day festival that honors the goddess Lakshmi and light over darkness – Oct. 20 throughout Henrico County with food, worship, community events and family observances.

Saisowjanya Chaganti, who works at India K'Raja restaurant in Henrico County posed next to a lit up Happy Diwali sign during a special buffet.
Saisowjanya Chaganti, who works at India K'Raja restaurant in Henrico County posed next to a lit up Happy Diwali sign during a special buffet. (Dina Weinstein/Henrico Citizen)

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