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Watched Diwali fireworks in Dubai? Did you see how the streets looked hours later?

Dubai: Hundreds, if not thousands, of Indian expats celebrated Diwali in Dubai with firecrackers and fireworks on Sunday night, and by Monday morning the streets looked as though nothing had happened. There was no official Diwali fireworks display this time as part of the Dubai events calendar, which had featured fireworks at Al Seef and Global Village for the past few years. Residents made up…

Watched Diwali fireworks in Dubai? Did you see how the streets looked hours later?

Dubai residents celebrated Diwali with fireworks on Sunday night, despite no official city-wide display this year. Indian expats and local citizens alike came together to burst crackers and enjoy the festivities, especially in Al Mankhool, known as the "little India" of Dubai. While some police patrol cars were seen near the areas, the residents thanked Dubai Police for allowing the celebrations.

Cleaning Engineers from Dubai Municipality were also on the scene, cleaning up the area even as the festivities continued. By Monday morning, the streets looked pristine, with residents expressing gratitude for the swift cleanup efforts.

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