The BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha is set to host a vibrant and family-friendly celebration of Diwali and the Hindu New Year on November 2nd, starting at 11:30 a.m.

Viveknidhi Swami, a monk, leads devotees in aarti, a light-focused ritual, during Diwali at the BAPS Hindu temple in Salem Saturday evening. A 50th anniversary calls for a big celebration.