Diwali excitement grips Indian expats Indian expats celebrate Diwali with decorative lighting and fireworks. Published: November 07, 2018 20:38 Gulf News 1 of 5 A women’s group makes preparations for a Diwali ceremony at Al Muraqqabat. No ceremony is complete without flowers and traditional lamps, an integral part of pujas and decorations in households. Image Credit: Arshad Ali/Gulf News 2 of 5 Saasha Bhatkal and her sister Sarisha decorate their home in Abu Dhabi with scented candles and traditional lighting. Image Credit: Ahmed Kutty/Gulf News 3 of 5 A family gets together to light firecrackers in Bur Dubai’s Al Mankool area on Tuesday. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News 4 of 5 Families and friends get together to light firecrackers in different areas of Dubai. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/ Gulf News 5 of 5 Families and friends get together to light firecrackers in different areas of Dubai. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/ Gulf News