It is also a way of participating in his neighbours' celebrations and keeping the spirit of brotherhood alive in Kashmir.But a shortage of clay and limited access to machinery continue to pose challenges to their work.
J&K: This Muslim family makes diyas for Diwali
In Chenani, Jammu and Kashmir, Mohammad Farooq and his family are preparing thousands of earthen diyas for Diwali, a festival celebrated by their Hindu neighbours.What began as a family trade has grown into an annual business. After selling around 25,000 diyas last year, the family is aiming to make and sell 40,000 this year.For Farooq, making diyas is more than a livelihood. It is also a way of participating in his neighbours' celebrations and keeping the spirit of brotherhood alive in Kashmir.But a shortage of clay and limited access to machinery continue to pose challenges to their work.
