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US President Joe Biden hosted a Diwali event at the White House on Monday night. Meanwhile he lit the lamp. More than 600 American citizens of Indian origin, including lawmakers and senior officials, participated in the event.
Continuing the tradition of celebrating Diwali at the White House, President Biden said that as President, it is an honor for me to get the opportunity to host the Diwali program at the White House.
First Lady Jill Biden could not attend the ceremony at the White House
However, Vice President Kamala Harris and First Lady Jill Biden could not attend the ceremony at the White House. President Biden said First Lady Jill Biden wanted to come here but she is traveling to Wisconsin and Kamala Harris is also campaigning. Biden said the South-Asian American community has enriched every part of American life. It is the fastest growing community in the world. Diwali is now celebrated proudly at the White House.
Lighting the lamp at the White House, Biden said the South Asian American community has enriched every part of American life.
Lighting the lamp at the White House, Biden said the South Asian American community has enriched every part of American life. This is true. It is one of the fastest growing, most active communities in the country.
History of Diwali Party at White House
In 2003, the then US President George W Bush started the tradition of celebrating Diwali at the White House. However, he never personally participated in the Diwali celebrations. Like every year, this time too the tourists of Indian origin in America celebrated Diwali with great enthusiasm. Diwali was celebrated from New York to San Francisco, Ohio, New Jersey and California. Collective chanting and prayers were held in Hindu temples in America.
