GEORGE TOWN: Various preparations are going on in conjunction with Deepavali on Oct 31, but nothing is sweeter than the presence of traditional Indian cakes, sweets and snacks in celebrating the Festival of Lights.
Delicacies such as laddu, chittu urundai, nei urundai, kallu urundai, jalebi and athirasam (Indian doughnuts made using jaggery), which symbolise joy and friendship, are mostly offered in every home during the festive days. Moreover, various sweets that originate from India, especially Tamil Nadu, reflect the rich culture of the Indian community.
