Sonia Gandhi Recalls Sweet Rice Tradition At Home (Credits: X)
\n\nDiwali celebrations are often remembered through the familiar sights of glowing diyas, beautifully decorated homes and tables filled with festive delicacies. But for Sonia Gandhi, some of her fondest memories of the festival go back to the family gatherings at 1, Safdarjung Road, the former residence of her mother-in-law and former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. And among the traditions that have stayed with the family is a special place for Kashmiri food and sweet rice.
\n\nIn a recent video shared on her social media account, Sonia sat down with her daughter Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and granddaughter Miraya Vadra to revisit the family's Diwali memories. While the conversation touched upon everything from childhood celebrations to firecrackers, it was the mention of food that offered an interesting glimpse into the family's festive table.
\n\n"On festivals we always used to have Kashmiri food and that sweet rice, like that, which we still make, by the way," Sonia recalled. That last detail is particularly interesting. Decades after those celebrations at Safdarjung Road, the sweet rice continues to be prepared, making it more than just another festive dish. It is a reminder of how food…
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