October sees Diwali, the festival of lights, taking place all over the world.
The Ireland India Council held a special celebration in City Hall, bringing together members of the Indian community and representatives of Ireland to mark the festival and to shine a light on the cultural and historical links between Ireland and India. In attendance was Minister of State in the Department of Finance Sean Fleming, Councillor Donna Cooney representing the Lord Mayor of Dublin and members of Oireachtas.
Addressing attendees, Councillor Donna Cooney celebrated Ireland and India's strong historical and cultural bond. She said: "It's estimated that about 45,000 Indians or persons of Indian origins live in Ireland. Most of these people work in healthcare, information technology, engineering and management positions.
