Posts by Shallu Duggal
Holi-Festival of Colours
When and why is it celebrated? The festival of Holi is celebrated annually in March. It is the end of winter and the beginning of spring. It’s a two-day Hindu festival celebrated in India and other parts of the world. On the first day, people gather around a bonfire and celebrate good triumphing over…
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The Significance of Diwali: A Festival of Lights Diwali, the “Festival of Lights” is one of the major festivals, celebrated by Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs. Diwali takes place annually and lasts for five days, marking the start of the Hindu New Year. The exact dates change each year and are determined by the moon’s position…
Read MoreMental health and well-being of new arrivals
What is mental health? Mental health is a state that enables children to cope with the stresses of life, realise their abilities to learn well, work well, and contribute to their community. It is heart-wrenching to consider the immense challenges and losses that many new arrivals have faced before reaching the UK. Mental health plays…
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