Tel Aviv Israel celebrates ‘India in a flea market’ on Holi with colours, dance, music | Watch a video Achi-News

In the Tel Aviv “flea market” people could be seen rejoicing and loving Indian dance, classical music, dresses, henna, calligraphy in Hindi, traditional Indian costumes and Indian Chai. The flea market event was attended by the Deputy Chief of Mission, Rajiv Bodwade, and the CEO of “Mishlama leyafo” from Tel Aviv Yafo Municipality, Rafi Shushan.

Also Read: Top Events on March 25: Holi Celebrations, Indian stock markets, banks closed; BJP-IPFT meet in Tripura, and more

On March 24, the municipality of Tel Aviv in collaboration with the Indian mission marked the festival of colors as it celebrated “India in the flea market” in Israel. The festival of Holi coincides with the Jewish festival of Purim. So people flocked to the streets to celebrate the two festivals which usually take place on the same day every year.

During the celebrations of the Jewish festival of Purim people wear colorful dresses and share many commonalities with the Holi festival in India. These double celebrations in Tel Aviv saw a lively festive look as the flea market was dressed in an Indian ensemble in different ways.

Also read: Holi 2024: Here’s how to protect your phone, tab, tech gadgets during today’s celebrations

“Both festivals are celebrated to mark the victory of good over evil. Both festivals are celebrated around the same time – the arrival of spring and the end of winter. Both festivals are celebrated outdoors where communities come together, dance , singing, eating and making fun in a spirit of unity”, PTI a participant was quoted as saying.

The Flea market in Yafo was all packed with its festive appeal attracting thousands of Indian enthusiasts to the event, including Israelis of Indian descent and Indian students, from all over the country.

Also read: Holi 2024: From phoolon wali to Ganwar dance ritual; see how India celebrates the festival of colors

The Indian mission in Israel took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) and said, “In collaboration with #TelAvivYafo Municipality, the Indian Embassy celebrated the ‘India in Flea Market’ event on the occasion of #Holi and #Purim holidays. Over 2000 visitors enjoyed Indian dance, classical music, Indian dresses, henna, calligraphy in Hindi and Indian Chai.”

The event saw a number of activities such as dance workshops with songs, presentations narrating the significance of Holi and messages echoing the call for unity that Purim and Holi suggest.

Three artists from Israel marked the day with their performance as they played classical Indian instruments including Bansuri, Tabla and Sitar during their ‘Trikundram’ music performance.

(With input from PTI)

Milestone Alert!
Livemint tops charts as the fastest growing news site in the world 🌏 Click here to know more.

Unlock a world of Benefits! From insightful newsletters to real-time stock tracking, breaking news and a personalized news feed – it’s all here, just a click away! Login Now!

Published: 25 Mar 2024, 08:20 AM IST