White House hosts biggest Diwali reception ever
October 25, 2022: US President Joe Biden and VP Kamala Harris celebrated Diwali at the White House on Oct 25. President Joe Biden, First Lady Jill Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris hosted a Diwali celebration reception at the White House. The President thanked the Asian American community in the US for making the Diwali celebration a joyous part of American culture. He added: Diwali is a reminder that each of us has the power — has the power to dispel darkness and bring light to the world. It’s a choice. And we make that choice every day.
Diwali was also celebrated at
- NewYork- Times Square
- Burj Khalifa was decorated with Rangoli in Central Mall and Indian music was continuously celebrated