Diwali in Christchurch

Images from the Diwali celebrations at CBS Canterbury Arena.

National list MP Kanwaljit Singh Bakshi.

Labour list MP Dr Rajen Prasad.

Christchurch Deputy Mayor Ngaire Button lights the ceremonial lamp.

A rich variety of dancers and performers from Christchurch's Indian community:

Tabla performer Joshua Devanbu.

The saree stall.

Block printing workshop.

Mehndi body painting - temporary designs made with henna paste.