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Why don't many Sri Lankan Tamils celebrate Diwali?

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Diwali (aka Deepavali) was the day on which many Sri Lankan Tamil civilians were massacred, families torn apart, women assaulted, crying children silenced for eternity by the Indian Peace Keeping Force (read: Innocent People Killing Force). read more

Before going off in a distant tangent, it should be emphasised that many Sri Lankan Tamils do not practice Diwali celebrations due to remembering the day as a day of sorrow. Religion does not a play a role in this. Many SL Tamil families I know do not celebrate Diwali for the listed atrocities. read more

And here is where we can see many anti tamil question which is infuriating,frustrating and questioning our patriotism.If this creamy layer of indian society which is well educated and has access to wide range of information has this amount of hatred what about other general folks who do not have any privilege like this layer. read more

Deepavali Festival is mostly celebrated by the Sri Lankan Tamils. Deepavali is also known as Diwali in both India and Sri Lanka. Deepavali Festival means many rituals and lighting off small lamps to banish off all shadows from one’s house and life. It is also termed as the Festival of Lights. read more

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