Mathavi and Krisnan's family of seven in front of their new home which is decorated for Deepavali. Photo: The Star/Azman Ghani
For Mathavi Mahamani, 52, and Krisnan Suppiah, 60, and their family of seven, it will be a very different Deepavali this year. But, it is not just because of the pandemic, it will also be the first time that they are celebrating the Festival of Lights in their new home.
“After almost 30 years of renting a home in Kampung Sungai Kayu Ara in Petaling Jaya – where the rental grew from RM250 to RM1,000 – it’s nice to finally have our own home in Shah Alam,” says Krisnan, who is retired.
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Deepavali with a difference
Mathavi and Krisnan's family of seven in front of their new home which is decorated for Deepavali. Photo: The Star/Azman Ghani
For Mathavi and Krisnan's family of seven, enjoying traditional Indian biscuits such as muruku are a part of the Deepavali celebrations. Photo: The Star/Azman Ghani
Muruku and other traditional Indian sweets and biscuits are part of the Deepavali celebrations. Photo: The Star/Azman Ghani
Mathavi and Krisnan's family of seven are.grateful that they can celebrate Deepavali together. Photo: The Star/Azman Ghani
Daughters (from left) Kayal Vili and Kanimolhi preparing the Kolam traditional art at the entrance of the home. Photo: The Star/Azman Ghani
