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Trump Sends Diwali Greetings, Pledges to Deepen Ties with India and PM Modi
On X, he sent greetings to all a happy Diwali and added, "Happy Diwali to All. I hope the Festival of Lights leads to the Victory of Good over Evil!
On Diwali, Sri Lankan President Dissanayake Advocates for a Renewed ‘Cultural Existence’
This Diwali, I stressed the need for a cultural, political, and attitudinal transformation if we are to realize our hope of a prosperous country and a fulfilling life for all, added Dissanayake, Sri Lanka's ninth Executive President, who took over on 9 September.
Diwali Reflects Core Values Celebrated by Australians, PM Anthony Albanese
"This annual festival of joy, hope and togetherness is an extraordinarily beautiful celebration of faith and culture-one embraced by Australia's diverse and vibrant society," Albanese said in his Diwali greetings.
Biden Celebrates Diwali with Festivities at the White House
"It means a lot to me because as the President, I've had the honor to host some of the largest Diwali receptions ever held on this campus," Biden said to the guests. As senator, vice president, and now president; South Asian Americans have been integral members of my staff. From Kamala to Dr. Murthy to so many of you here today, I'm proud that I kept my commitment to have an administration that looks like America, Biden said in a standing-only packed East Room of the White House.
President Biden to Mark Diwali with Indian-Americans at the White House Today
Continuing a tradition from previous years, the President will light a Diya lamp in the Blue Room before his remarks, the White House said. After this, he would deliver remarks before a gathering of Indian-Americans, for whom he is hosting a reception. This would be President Biden's last Diwali reception at the White House as he is not running for the presidential election.
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