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Ambassador's Diwali Joy: Italy & India's Shared Spirit
9 Nov
Summary
- Italian Ambassador Antonio Bartoli celebrates his third Diwali in India.
- He sees strong connections between Indian and Italian traditions and values.
- Bartoli emphasizes light over darkness, hope, and community bonds.
For Italian Ambassador Antonio Bartoli, Diwali has become a cherished celebration, marking his third year experiencing its festivities in India.
He shared that the festival's spirit of joy, friendship, and spirituality resonates deeply, with parallels drawn to Italian traditions such as Christmas markets and gift-giving. The ambassador particularly appreciates the lights, colours, and the emphasis on generosity.
Ambassador Bartoli perceives Diwali as a symbol of universal human aspirations, where light triumphs over darkness and good prevails over evil. He likens the symbolic passing of flame from one diya to another to the lighting of candles during Catholic Easter liturgy, representing hope and renewal.
He believes that shared values, deep-rooted traditions, and the importance of family create a special connection between Italy and India. The ambassador views festivals like Diwali as crucial for building cultural bridges, allowing for a deeper understanding of each nation through its people's daily lives and values.
Looking ahead, the Italy-India Year of Culture and Tourism in 2027 is anticipated as a significant opportunity to showcase cultural richness and encourage mutual discovery. Ambassador Bartoli extended warm wishes for peace, prosperity, and continued flourishing friendship between the two nations.
