AS Hindus usher in Diwali, the festival of lights, Courts (Guyana) Inc. contributed to the celebration of this occasion by hosting a Diwali ceremony.

Speaking briefly at the ceremony held at Courts (Guyana), Main Street Office, Roberta Ferguson, Public Relations Officer noted that the company acknowledges the rich culture that Guyana has and has tried to focus on all aspects of this

culture.
“And today we would like to be part of this auspicious celebration acknowledging the triumph of good over evil,” she said, and wished all Guyanese a happy and prosperous Diwali.
DIWALI DRESS COMPETITION
The Jewan Ka Nritya Dance Group performed at the function and also played an integral part in the judging of Courts Diwali Dress Competition. Staff members of Courts (Guyana) were tasked with dressing in their Indian outfits and were judged on originality, completeness and display of attire.
Staff from all departments participated in making the event a success with authentic displays of Mother Lakshmi and their richly designed lehengas and sari. The winning competitors will be crowned best dressed male and female, with $25,000, $20,000 and $15,000 being the prizes awarded to first, second and third places respectively.
Courts Guyana also made their annual contribution of $100,000 to the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha, in aid of their annual Diwali Motorcade.
During the symbolic handing over of the cheque by Managing Director of Courts (Guyana), Clyde De Haas, he noted that this is another way for Courts (Guyana) to honour their corporate

social responsibility.

(Rebecca Ganesh-Ally)