Donald Trump Celebrates Diwali at the White House
US President Donald Trump participated in a ceremonial diya-lighting ceremony at the White House to mark the celebrations of Diwali, the Festival of Lights.
The event brought together prominent members of the Indian-American community, highlighting the cultural significance of Diwali and the strong cultural connections between India and the United States.
India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Kwatra, was among the distinguished guests present in the Oval Office during the celebrations.
The ceremonial lighting of the diya marked the festive occasion, celebrating the values of light, hope, prosperity and the triumph of good over evil. The White House celebration also underscored the important role of the Indian-American community in strengthening people-to-people ties between the two nations.
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