Diwali festivities in Dubai (Source: Indian consulate in Dubai)
During Diwali festivities in Dubai the city’s police band played the Indian national anthem and a video of the performance is going viral.
Dubai kickstarted Diwali celebrations in collaboration with Dubai Tourism and the Indian Consulate in Dubai. Ahead of an epic fire and laser extravaganza, the police band played ‘Jana Gana Mana’ to roars from the crowd.
As the band played the anthem, the crowd gathered in the arena sang along and cheered as the performance ended.
Dubai Police band plays India’s national anthem during the mega Diwali celebrations at Dubai Festival City #Diwali #DiwaliUAE pic.twitter.com/lJAaTbdoMA
— Gulf News (@gulf_news) October 24, 2019
Thousands gathered to witness the Diwali celebrations which included special fireworks and an opulent laser show displayed on dancing fountains.
Dazzling fireworks at Dubai Festival Mall City filled Dubai sky with colours…thanks @DFCMall @dubaitourism pic.twitter.com/FAvokR1Bun
— India in Dubai (@cgidubai) October 24, 2019
#Dubai dazzled thousands who gathered to witness the Diwali celebrations with special fireworks and the lovable Hathi’s laser show displayed on dancing fountains. The diplomatic community also joined the celebrations organized by Dubai tourism and the Indian Consulate @cgidubai. pic.twitter.com/Qu19xqDe7U
— DD India – English News (@DDIndiaLive) October 25, 2019
There were also special dance performances organised for the event.
Crowd erupts in cheers as Diwali celebrations at Dubai Festival City culminates with a spectacular fireworks display accompanied by an Indian dance performance #Diwali #DiwaliUAE pic.twitter.com/7vMgWsVFXf
— Gulf News (@gulf_news) October 24, 2019
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