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Indian Festivals that medical students celebrate abroad.

Diwali Dhamaka, Holi Hungama, and Everything in Between: How to Keep the Desi Spirit Alive as an MBBS Student Abroad

 

So you've packed your bags, said goodbye to your maa's cooking, and you're off to conquer the medical world, huh? MBBS abroad is a BIGgie, and you'll learn loads! But honestly, for a little while, it also means you'll miss those little things back home, especially our lovely Indian festivals.

 

Missing Diwali crackers, Holi hued colors, and Eid ki biryani can put you straight in the feels, ya know? Don't worry, though, fellow desi doc! Just because you're thousands of miles from home doesn't mean you have to lose the festival vibes. In fact, celebrating Indian festivals abroad can be an incredible way to stay connected to your roots, show off our awesome culture to your foreign friends, and create a killer support system.

 

Why Celebrate at All? Here's the Lowdown:

 

• Feeling Homesick? Party Time! Our festivities are the Indian equivalent of a warm home hug. They transport us to happy times, family, and everything we love being Indian. A little partying can chase away the blues in just minutes!".

•  Keepin' it Real: Cultural Identity: Don't let anybody tell you to forget where you come from! Being true to your culture grounds you and makes you proud of who you are, even in a completely foreign environment.

•  Show 'Em What We're Made Of! Your international classmates probably think Bollywood defines all of Indian culture. Time to prove them wrong and show them there's much, much more! We should celebrate our festivals to reveal our traditions, food, music, and all else that makes India unique.

•  Squad Goals: Build Your Desi Connection: Sharing a festival with other Indian students is an instant recipe for friendship. Like magic!

•  De-Stress and Re-Energize: Med school is tough! Taking a break to mark a festival is like a "reset" button. It's a chance to relax, have a good time, and get recharged.

The Hit List: Indian Festivals We Crush Abroad:

 

These are some of the most entertaining Indian festivals which medical students would love to celebrate, wherever they are:

 

•  Diwali (Festival of Lights): Diwali is the festival to celebrate while abroad. Get those diyas lit, festoon your dorm room, exchange sweets with friends, and maybe even a small puja. A Diwali bash with Indian food, music, and dance is always a hit!

•  Holi (Festival of Colors): Holi is all about having fun, colors, and going wild! If playing with actual gulal is too hard, throw a Holi party with Bollywood songs, delicious snacks, and wear colorful clothes!

•  Eid (Sweet Endings!): Celebrate Eid with your Muslim friends. Share a special dinner, exchange gifts, and pray together.

•  Navratri/Dussehra: Dance Out! Get your Garba on! Or throw a Durga Puja, and share tasty food with friends.

•  Onam (Kerala Style!): Prepare an Onam Sadhya (the classic feast!), add flower arrangements, and maybe even try to pick up a little bit of Kathakali!

•  Pongal (Tamil Nadu Pride!): Boil up some sweet Pongal, create some traditional Kolam designs, and throw a small cultural gathering.

•  Janmashtami (Krishna's Birthday Party!): Devotional dances and songs at the ready! Cook up some traditional sweets, and decorate your space with festive decorations.

•  Ganesh Chaturthi (Ganpati Bappa Morya!): Acquire a tiny Ganesh idol, perform pujas, and share Modaks (sweet dumplings) with everyone!

 

Pro Tips: How to Celebrate Like a Boss (Even Abroad!):

 

•  Plan Ahead, Yaar!: Don't leave it till the last minute! Plan your celebrations in advance to have sufficient time to organize.

•  Team Up, It's More Fun!: Join forces with other Indian students to divide the plan ning and the work. The more, the merrier!

•  Get Your DIY On: Be creative! If you cannot get all the traditional ingredients or materials, get a substitute or think of alternatives to create your own version to make it work.

•  Invite the World! Open up your culture and invite your international friends to share in the experience. It's a great bridge-building idea.

•  Stay Legal, Stay Safe!: Be mindful of local laws and customs when you organize your celebrations. No firecrackers or anything that can land you in trouble.

•  Show Off to the Fam Back Home!: Post photos and videos of your celebrations on social media for family and friends back home. They'll appreciate seeing you having fun and keeping the culture alive.

 

Festive celebrations during MBBS abroad studies is the key to staying grounded, sharing your culture, building a community, and living life! So, take the festive spirit, get creative, and let Indian hues light up the globe, no matter how far you are from home! Rock on, future doctors!

 

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