The Diwali light will once again illuminate the top of the Parade in Leamington next month, as the community comes together to celebrate the Festival of Light.

The Diwali light switch-on event will take place on Sunday 12 October, from 6pm to 8pm.

Members of the Indian community will come together with people of all faiths in a harmonious celebration of unity and cultural diversity to mark the start of the Diwali festivities.

Cllr Naveen Tangri said: "Last year's event was such a great success, with hundreds coming together to show that Warwick District is united in its acceptance and celebration of other cultures."

The lights will be switched on by the Chairman of Warwick District Council, Cllr Naveen Tangri (image supplied)

He added: "I look forward to welcoming everyone to the event for a diverse celebration of Indian heritage and culture."

The lights will be switched on by the Chairman of Warwick District Council, Cllr Naveen Tangri, and other community representatives at 7pm.

The Diwali light switch-on event will take place on Sunday 12 October, from 6pm to 8pm (image supplied)

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Diwali symbolises the spiritual victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance, and is observed all over the world by the Indian diaspora.

The event will feature a celebration of Indian heritage and culture, with an energetic Dhol Tasha performance and Bollywood songs and dance.

Diwali symbolises the spiritual victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance (image supplied)