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Preparations for Diwali, celebrated to celebrate the return of Lord Ram to Ayodhya, are in full swing across the world. From India to the United States, people of the Hindu religion have begun to decorate their homes. Diwali is one of the important festivals of the Hindu religion and US President Joe Biden, also aware of this, organized a Diwali party for citizens of Indian origin at the White House on Monday.
On Monday night, Joe Biden will light the lamp in the Blue Room of the White House. Last year too, Joe Biden hosted a similar party on the occasion of Diwali and felicitated Indian Americans along with his wife Jill Biden. The White House statement stated that Joe Biden will also address people of Indian origin during the event.
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Sunita will congratulate you from space.
The White House statement also said that a video message from NASA astronaut Sunita Williams will also be played at President Biden’s party. Williams recorded this message from the International Space Station, where he has been present since September.
Sunita Williams is a Hindu of Indian origin who had previously sent Diwali wishes to people around the world from the ISS. According to the White House, he also celebrated his legacy in space by bringing samosas, Upanishads and copies of the Bhagavad Gita.
Today, Jill and I lit the Diya to symbolize Diwali’s message of seeking the light of wisdom, love and unity over the darkness of hatred and division.
May we embrace the enduring spirit of this holiday and our nation and reflect on the strength of our shared light. pic.twitter.com/eHjfQ68rXU
– President Biden (@POTUS) November 14, 2023
Last year a lamp was also lit in the White House
Last year Biden had also organized a similar party. While sharing the video, Joe Biden wrote: “Today, Jill and I lit a lamp for Diwali, seeking the light of knowledge, love and unity over the darkness of hate and division.”
