Celebrating Deepavali or Halloween? Netizens question malls’ focus

As the festive season nears, social media has sparked a debate about Halloween decorations in local malls overshadowing Deepavali. With both holidays falling on October 31st this year, shoppers noticed malls giving more visibility to Halloween decor than the traditional Deepavali motifs, sparking frustration among some netizens. X user @AlawiyahYusoff questioned Halloween’s prominence, calling it “not part of our culture.” Others expressed disappointment over the lack of Deepavali displays, while some suggested that malls may prioritize Halloween for marketing appeal rather than cultural relevance. Meanwhile, some users dismissed the issue, seeing it as just a business strategy.

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