Mauritius federation calls for national unity at Divali event
The Mauritius Sanatan Dharma Temples Federation unveiled plans for new spiritual projects and an expanded education program.
The Indira Gandhi Centre for Indian Culture in Phoenix hosted the Divali Mahotsav 2026 ceremony on Friday, October 30. Organized by the Mauritius Sanatan Dharma Temples Federation (MSDTF), the event aimed to foster social cohesion. MSDTF president Bhojraj Ghoorbin urged national unity, peace, and harmony, referencing recent island tensions and emphasizing Divali's symbolism of light over darkness.
Ghoorbin highlighted the federation's successful Chaar Dhaam Yatra and expanded Gurukul Shiksha Course, now offered in 24 temples across the island to teach Hindu traditions to youth. The federation also confirmed progress on two major projects: the Panch Mukhi Ganesh Mandir at Ganga Talao, set to open before Maha Shivaratri 2027, and the Sanatan Vatika cultural and environmental project in Réduit.
These initiatives aim to ensure the transmission of spiritual knowledge and encourage young Mauritians to preserve cultural heritage and social fabric.
Why it mattersThe Divali Mahotsav 2026 ceremony promoted national unity and unveiled spiritual and educational projects for Mauritians.