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<p>शुभ दीवाली!</p>



<p>Or happy <a href="https://www.riamoneytransfer.com/en/blog/what-is-diwali" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Diwali</a>! For those unfamiliar with the Hindu festival of lights, Diwali is a five-day event commemorating the triumph of good over evil and is considered the biggest celebration in Southeast Asia. Although the main celebration isn’t until November 14th, we couldn’t wait to join in on the festivities. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Celebrating From Afar and at Home </h2>



<p><br>Over one billion people celebrate Diwali. Hindis, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists around the world all find ways to celebrate, and Ria employees Mukesh and Pranay are no different. <br><br>We wanted to share their stories because this festivity is more than sending gifts and money. It’s about sharing the love and light with family and friends.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Meet Mukesh</h2>



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<p><br>Mukesh Sharda is an account executive here at Ria living in Brampton, Ontario, where around 40% of the population is from southern Asia. This means he’s always had a community to celebrate his favorite holiday with! This year, he’ll miss gathering at the temple and reuniting with his family from India, but he believes that’s what makes celebrating Diwali more important than ever.<br><br><strong><u><a href="https://www.riamoneytransfer.com/en/blog/meet-mukesh-celebrating-diwali-far-from-home-but-close-to-his-community" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Read more on Mukesh</a></u></strong></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Meet Pranay</h2>



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<p><br>Pranay is a business intelligence analyst at Ria who just moved back home to Hyderabad, India to work remotely. It’s the first time in seven years that he’ll be with his family for Diwali! Although he had found an Indian community to celebrate with when living in the US, there’s nothing like celebrating with family at home.<br><br><strong><u><a href="https://www.riamoneytransfer.com/en/blog/meet-pranay-siri" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Read more on Pranay</a></u></strong></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Send Money with Ria this Diwali</h2>



<p><br>As Diwali brightens homes and hearts, it’s the perfect time to connect with loved ones across the miles. With Ria Money Transfer, you can share your blessings by sending support to family and friends quickly and securely, helping you spread the joy of the festival of lights. <br><br>Let your generosity shine beyond borders. <a href="https://www.riamoneytransfer.com/">Send money with Ria</a> today and make the celebration even more special for those who mean the most to you.<br><br>Happy Diwali! </p>



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Light up Their Life: Send Money with Ria this Diwali

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