Community Feedback

Diwali 2025 Feedback

Responses received from our community for Oulun Deepawali 2025 (Diwali Vibes 2025), shared verbatim along with the O-India Ry Board's replies.

Overall Averages

Cultural Program

4.6

4.6/5

Logistics

4.67

4.67/5

Dinner

4.27

4.27/5

Fireworks

4.47

4.47/5

Based on 19 responses. Ratings on a scale of 1–5.

Questions asked in the feedback form
  • Are you a registered member of O-India Ry?
  • How would you rate the organization of Cultural program considering the technical setup, Decoration, Duration of the event, sequence of performances etc.,?
  • How would you rate the logistical arrangements - Registration at the venue, Dinner time, Queue mgmt. etc., ?
  • How would you rate the Dinner - Quality, Taste, variety etc.,?
  • How would you rate the Fireworks display?
  • Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

All Responses (19)

#1

26 Oct 2025

Are you a registered member of O-India Ry? Yes

Cultural Program5/5
Logistics5/5
Dinner5/5
Fireworks5/5

Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

Everything was very well organized and smoothly managed. The food was served professionally and hygienically, with great attention to detail. The presentation was neat, and the taste was genuinely good -fresh, balanced, and enjoyable. Overall, it showed excellent planning and care in both preparation and service.

O-India Ry Board's Response

Thanks for appreciations

#2

26 Oct 2025

Are you a registered member of O-India Ry? No

Cultural Program5/5
Logistics5/5
Dinner5/5
Fireworks4/5

Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

It was first time for me to celebrate our biggest festival in foreign land...I am truly enjoyed a whole festival vibes...I am eagerly waiting for the next festive event organise by O-india...

O-India Ry Board's Response

Thanks for appreciations

#3

26 Oct 2025

Are you a registered member of O-India Ry? Yes

Cultural Program5/5
Logistics5/5
Dinner4/5
Fireworks5/5

Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

No comment provided.

O-India Ry Board's Response

No response yet.

#4

26 Oct 2025

Are you a registered member of O-India Ry? Yes

Cultural Program4/5
Logistics4/5
Dinner4/5
Fireworks4/5

Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

No comment provided.

O-India Ry Board's Response

No response yet.

#5

26 Oct 2025

Are you a registered member of O-India Ry? Yes

Cultural Program1/5
Logistics1/5
Dinner4/5
Fireworks1/5

Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

There was miss information about the fire works that due to rain fire works will be skipped so after asking that we left and then later fire works were done it felt so bad as if board members wanted to celebrate just in boardmembers so they didn't gave us complete details that it might be done later because the food was pay and eat most of them were not intruded to eat after getting this info people left home and then later they did fire work not fair.

O-India Ry Board's Response

The board has not announced that we would cancel the fire works. Due to heavy rain we were trying to find the right time to do the fireworks. And it was announced from stage.

#6

26 Oct 2025

Are you a registered member of O-India Ry? No

Cultural Program4/5
Logistics5/5
Dinner4/5
Fireworks5/5

Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

Then only suggestion i have is how loud the music was during the cultural event. Because it was indoor the intensity was a little more and some kids were a little disturbed because of that.

O-India Ry Board's Response

We tried our best to give the best experience. We will try to do better next time. Thanks for your feedback

#7

26 Oct 2025

Are you a registered member of O-India Ry? Yes

Cultural Program5/5
Logistics5/5
Dinner5/5
Fireworks5/5

Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

No comment provided.

O-India Ry Board's Response

No response yet.

#8

26 Oct 2025

Are you a registered member of O-India Ry? Yes

Cultural Program5/5
Logistics5/5
Dinner4/5
Fireworks4/5

Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

No comment provided.

O-India Ry Board's Response

No response yet.

#9

27 Oct 2025

Are you a registered member of O-India Ry? Yes

Cultural Program5/5
Logistics5/5
Dinner3/5
Fireworks5/5

Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

No comment provided.

O-India Ry Board's Response

No response yet.

#10

27 Oct 2025

Are you a registered member of O-India Ry? Yes

Cultural Program5/5
Logistics5/5
Dinner4/5
Fireworks5/5

Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

Big thanks to organisers, the outside hall photoshoot made less crowd during the performance. Great job 👏🥳

O-India Ry Board's Response

Thanks for appreciations

#11

27 Oct 2025

Are you a registered member of O-India Ry? Yes

Cultural Program5/5
Logistics5/5
Dinner4/5
Fireworks5/5

Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

The program was excellent — I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of it. Heartfelt thanks to all the board members and volunteers for dedicating their time and effort to make it such a success.

O-India Ry Board's Response

Thanks for appreciations

#12

28 Oct 2025

Are you a registered member of O-India Ry? Yes

Cultural Program5/5
Logistics5/5
Dinner3/5
Fireworks4/5

Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

Dear Board Members, I would like to share my feedback on Diwali Vibes 2025 and highlight a few concerns that I believe deserve the Board’s attention. My intention is to help ensure fairness, transparency, and consistency in future events. Food Stall from the board members Kitchen: Last year, food vendors were informed that re-heating food was not allowed as per venue rules (Even re-heating was forcefully removed from board authorities last year). However, this year, the food seller was seen heating food at the venue. I would like to understand whether a special permission was granted this time, and if so, on what basis. Food Pricing Policy: In the previous year, a restriction was imposed that food items should not exceed 5 euros. This year, the same rule was not followed, and higher pricing was permitted. It would be helpful to know why the rule was changed and why previous vendors were not informed about the revised guidelines. Stall Registration and Terms: The terms and conditions for food stalls were not mentioned in the registration form this time. Was it pre-decided to exclude community food vendors and instead allocate the food stall to a pre-selected vendor? Clarification on this process would be appreciated. Performance Scheduling: Every year, it seems that a fixed group of performers are scheduled during the peak guest attendance time. This gives an impression of bias in the scheduling process. Could the Board please adopt a transparent and fair method for preparing the performance schedule, ensuring equal opportunity for all participants? Access to Event Schedule: It appears that the event schedule was not shared with all board members beforehand. Please ensure the complete schedule is circulated among all board members in future events. Feedback Transparency: I request that all feedback received from the community be shared openly with the entire Board, so that we can collectively learn and improve for future events. I hope these points are taken constructively. My intention is to ensure our community events continue to grow stronger, more transparent, and inclusive each year.

O-India Ry Board's Response

Food Stall from the board member Kitchen: Based on previous year feedback we have informed Walo about the preheating requirement and got it included. Food Pricing Policy: Based on previous year feedback we have relaxed pricing restriction this year. Stall Registration and Terms: We had the following plan listed in priority 1. Member run food stalls. Since there was only one response, considering the scale of the event we dropped this option. 2. Restaurant run stall. We were looking for option which was economical. 3. No food. Event without any food if the above options were not feasible. Based on this priority list we got option 2. Performance Scheduling: We prioritise events based on below sequence 1-2: Classical & Devotional 3: Kids (so that they can perform first and enjoy event afterwards) 4: Bollywood and fancy numbers Access to Event Schedule: A flyer with event schedule was shared both in O-India Ry & Indians in Oulu Whatsapp group one day prior to the event.. Feedback Transparency: All the feedback will be shared

#13

28 Oct 2025

Are you a registered member of O-India Ry? No

Cultural Program5/5
Logistics5/5
Dinner5/5
Fireworks5/5

Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

No comment provided.

O-India Ry Board's Response

No response yet.

#14

28 Oct 2025

Are you a registered member of O-India Ry? No

Cultural Program5/5
Logistics5/5
Dinner5/5
Fireworks5/5

Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

Very well organized!

O-India Ry Board's Response

Thanks for appreciations

#15

29 Oct 2025

Are you a registered member of O-India Ry? Yes

Cultural Program5/5
Logistics5/5
Dinner5/5
Fireworks5/5

Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

Excellent food quality and everything well organized.

O-India Ry Board's Response

Thanks for appreciations

#16

1 Nov 2025

Are you a registered member of O-India Ry? Yes

Cultural Program5/5
Logistics5/5
Dinner5/5
Fireworks5/5

Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

It would nice to find a way to ask the audience to be quiet during performances. It may be difficult because most people meet in the hall and chat up but may be we can take a bigger venue with separate areas for watching performances and intermingling.

O-India Ry Board's Response

That's a nice suggestion however venue options are very limited for such big gatherings hence we can request all people to maintain event decorum

#17

2 Nov 2025

Are you a registered member of O-India Ry? Yes

Cultural Program3/5
Logistics3/5
Dinner3/5
Fireworks3/5

Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

Sound was little loud and we couldn't watch the performance properly because adults were standing in the middle hiding the performance which was little annoying excluding camera men

O-India Ry Board's Response

For sound we tried our best, we can look forward improving it further as possible. Regarding people standing in middle, we can only request to all for cooperation.

#18

2 Nov 2025

Are you a registered member of O-India Ry? Yes

Cultural Program5/5
Logistics5/5
Dinner5/5
Fireworks5/5

Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

Excellent event preparation. The food quality and taste were commendable.

O-India Ry Board's Response

Thanks for appreciations

#19

3 Nov 2025

Are you a registered member of O-India Ry? Yes

Cultural Program5/5
Logistics5/5
Dinner5/5
Fireworks5/5

Anything you would like to specifically mention as a highlight or a lowlight of Oulun Deepawali 2025

The overall arrangements were excellent. The organizers managed the large crowd efficiently, ensuring that everything was well-coordinated and in place. Each performance was exceptional and executed with great professionalism. The food was perfectly suited to the Diwali celebration and greatly appreciated.

O-India Ry Board's Response

Thanks for appreciations

All feedback and board responses are displayed verbatim as received.