GHDS Diwali Motorcade turns 51 with spectacular show

– as Sabha’s president expresses gratitude for massive support

President of the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha (GHDS), Dr. Vindhya Persaud, on Monday expressed her sincere gratitude and appreciation to the participants, supporters and sponsors of the spectacular 2025 Diwali Motorcade, held on the night of Sunday, October 19. “My heartfelt gratitude to the thousands who came out along the route and at the LBI Ground for the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha’s spectacular Diwali Motorcade featuring exquisite and beautiful craftsmanship and artistry on all the floats done by talented Guyanese from Mandirs, youth groups, families and commercial entities,” she shared in her social media post.

“It was a blessing to see hundreds of young people participating on the floats and on stage ably supported by their elders and leaders from Essequibo, Demerara and Berbice. I pay tribute to each team recognising their hard work, challenges and the sheer love and dedication that went into the preparation of their float. Immense gratitude to all of you, we are in awe of all your creations and the journey you took and the beauty of all the little ones who were on the floats.”

She also took the occasion to give special thanks to Executives and teams, along with the musicians from Guyana, Trinidad and the USA, and all Guyana ’s talented singers. In addition, she expressed her appreciation to the Berbice Delights, Dharmic Nritya Sangh and the UP Folk group from India, among others.
“Our Diwali Motorcade turned 51 and I could not be more grateful and proud

of the contributions of each person who made it successful, beautiful and a memory that is etched in the hearts of everyone who saw it and took part. Thanks to HE Dr. Irfaan Ali for joining us last evening. Sincere thanks to all,” the GHDS president noted.