Lighting the way for Diwali
HE clay lamp is one of the most visual aspects of the Diwali celebration – traditionally on the night of Diwali families decorate their homes with lit lamps as a sign of light overcoming darkness.
While many people still stick to the traditional brown clay lamps others opt for a more colourful and modern look.
Speaking to POST, the general manager of Roopanands, Jay Dookie, said people were always looking for different things.
“Nowadays clay lamps come in different shapes and sizes. You get your normal clay lamps that are hand-painted and decorated with beads.
“Then ones that incorporate images or moulds of the Hindu deities or traditional Indian musical instruments like the tabla and harmonium,” he said.
Dookie said the fancier ones could be used as centrepieces on tables during Diwali meals. “Our varieties are imported from India and are all handcrafted.
“Customers are attracted to the bright colours, designs and patterns. The clay lamps also look different, more like ornaments, and can be kept at the prayer place after the festivities,” he said.
Dookie said that the clay lamps could also be considered as gifts during the festivities.
“We have just received our stock and the store is already getting busy. We are expecting a rush this and next week,” he said.