It will shortly be Diwali and CHFT is celebrating this festival.

What is Diwali?

Diwali is an Indian festival known for its vibrant displays of light and colour. The annual festival marks the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. Diwali is one of the major religious festivals in Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism.

Diwali events will be taking place on Friday, 1st November. There will be a ceremony including food to celebrate The Festival of Lights and there will also be information stalls for patients and colleagues to learn more.  

HRI

• Information stall between 12:30 - 13:00 - main entrance
• Diwali celebration event between 13:00 - 13:30 - Lecture Theatre, learning centre

CRH

• Information stall between 12:30 - 13:00 - main entrance
• Diwali celebration event between 13:00 - 13:30 - medium training room, learning centre

You can also host your own Diwali event in your team, if you would like some help to do this please let the OD team know odteam@cht.nhs.uk