Indian migrant workers in Singapore were treated to an evening of festivities on Deepavali, making them feel closer to home.
Despite being about 6,000km away from home, Indian migrant worker Chinnaiah Alagu felt right at home celebrating Deepavali at Changi Lodge 2 in Tanah Merah Coast Road on Sunday (Nov 12). Chinnaiah, 29, and more than 1,000 other migrant workers staying at the dormitory were treated to an evening of festivities that included performances, games and activities. Chinnaiah, an MRT track repairman who has been working here for five years, said he was there for the food and mingling with compatriots.
"This celebration makes me miss home and my wife," he said. "It is a thoughtful event, especially the painting of diyas (small oil lamps) because that is what we do at home
Deepavali Migrant Workers Celebration Festivities Singapore