Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi revisited her early memories of celebrating Diwali at the official residence of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Sharing a video on the social media platform X, she described how the festival of lights was celebrated with immense warmth and simplicity during that era, creating a deeply charming atmosphere within the household.
Reminiscing the Safdarjung Road Days
In the video, Sonia Gandhi can be seen sitting in the lush lawns of 1, Safdarjung Road alongside her daughter, Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, and granddaughter Miraya. This historical address once served as the official residence of Indira Gandhi during her tenure as Prime Minister. Seated together, the family members engaged in a warm conversation about the cherished traditions and customs of celebrating Diwali within their household.
Traditions and Weather of the Past
During the conversation, Sonia Gandhi highlighted the specific ritual of lighting the first ceremonial lamp before illuminating the entire house with countless diyas. She also reminisced about the weather during that period, noting that it used to be exceptionally pleasant with clear skies and a serene environment that added to the festive spirit.
Priyanka Gandhi on Old Delhi Outings
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also shared her personal childhood memories of the family celebrations in the video. She recalled that family members used to visit Old Delhi specifically to purchase firecrackers and festive goods, making the preparation trips an exciting part of the holiday routine.
Archival Photos and Upcoming Book Preview
The visual narrative of the video featured several archival photographs capturing various family celebrations, including moments from Holi festivals gone by. Towards the conclusion of the video, a glimpse of the cover page of Sonia Gandhi's upcoming book titled ‘Belonging: A Journey of Love’ was prominently displayed.
