LONDON, ENGLAND, October 9, 2003: Indian communities across the world have celebrated Dussehra in different ways. In Slough, U.K., the effigies of the demon king Ravana, Kumbhakarna and Indrajit were burnt followed by a magnificent fireworks display. It was enjoyed by over two thousand people including the Mayor of Slough, Councillor Laurie Gleeson. An array of free entertainment kicked off soon after, including a fun fair, food stalls and games. The Dussehra festival in Slough is in its 18th year. This year a number of high profile people sent their best wishes including Foreign Secretary Jack Straw and local MP Fiona Mactaggart. The up-coming Diwali festivities, expected to be the biggest outside India, will conclude on the October 18 with a spectacular parade through the streets of Wembley. A float will be beautifully decorated in honor of the Goddess Lakshmi.
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