HSBC Celebrates Deepavali With Customers
By Huraizah Ahrnad

Bandar Seri Begawan - HSBC yesterday hosted a Deepavali celebration for its 400 Indian customers at the Orchid Garden Hotel in Berakas. Deepavali, which marks the beginning of the Hindu Calendar, marks the Festival of Lights which is often highlighted with a display of the 'Kolam'.

The event began with the lighting of the candles around the 'Kolam' by Mrs Sukhi Singh, the wife of the Indian High Commissioner to Brunei.

In a welcoming address by Mr Priestley, he said: "For the last several years, HSBC has been proud and privileged to host the Deepavali reception for our Indian friends.

The theme of diversity runs deep in HSBC. Such reception is hosted not only by HSBC Brunei but also by HSBC offices throughout the world, especially at our offices in India.

The diversity programme reflects our belief that a more rounded knowledge of our staff and customers' backgrounds, including their spiritual values, help increase understanding of their needs and make us their preferred banking partner."

The event also included performances by a group of students from the Indian community, which was followed by a lucky draw for invited guests.

The highlight of the event was a special performance by seven-year-old Praya Kamat who performed a special choreographed dance called 'Kanga-Nare' or Nbangle dance taken from the soundtrack of the movie Pa-He-Li. -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

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