Dear LPS Members,
Jai Shree Krishna,
As we celebrate the auspicious festival of Diwali, it’s important to pass on our rich cultural heritage to the next generation. To engage our youth in learning more about our traditions, we are excited to announce a Diwali Drawing & Essay Competition for LPS members under the age of 16.
Theme:
Each participant is invited to draw a picture of Lord Ram and write a detailed explanation of the significance of Diwali. This is a wonderful opportunity to express creativity and share your knowledge about one of our most important festivals.
Prizes:
Three winners will be selected based on their drawing and essay. Each winner will receive an LPS Cultural Certificate of Achievement, and their work will be recognized and displayed at the upcoming LPS Convention.
Submission Details:
•Age Group: Under 16
•Deadline: [10/02/2025]
•Submit To: attached google form
•Format: Scan or photograph the drawing and attach the essay (PDF/Word format).
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdmmDfP0G7lJlmeGyFawH5Qb7B8A652AjE__nH0A1QdpfSqXg/viewform?pli=1
We encourage all our young members to participate in this exciting competition, celebrate our cultural traditions, and keep the spirit of Diwali alive!
For any questions, feel free to reach out to me at 214-505-0330.
Wishing everyone a joyful and blessed Diwali!
Thank you,
Jagdish Patel
President, LPS
Ph. 214-505-0330
Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most important and widely celebrated festivals in India and among Indian communities worldwide. It usually takes place between October and November and lasts for five days, each of which has its own significance.
People celebrate Diwali by cleaning and decorating their homes with colorful rangoli patterns, lighting oil lamps, and setting off fireworks. It is also a time for wearing new clothes, exchanging gifts and sweets, and performing religious rituals (pujas), especially to the goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity, to seek her blessings for a prosperous year ahead.
Diwali transcends religious boundaries as it is also celebrated by Jains, Sikhs, and Buddhists, though with different historical and spiritual contexts. It’s a time of joy, unity, and the reaffirmation of moral values.
