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Last Updated:October 31, 2024, 23:50 IST
US President Joe Biden also separately extended wishes from the POTUS social media handles.
US President Joe Biden speaks as he hosts a reception to celebrate Diwali in the East Room of the White House in Washington US. (IMAGE: REUTERS FILE)
The White House on Thursday extended Diwali wishes to all those who are celebrating in a social media post. “The Biden-Harris Administration wishes a happy Diwali to everyone celebrating the Festival of Lights!"
US President Joe Biden also separately posted: “This Diwali, may we show the power in the gathering of light. The light of knowledge, of unity, of truth. The light for freedom, for democracy, for an America where anything is possible," he said in his social media post.
This Diwali, may we show the power in the gathering of light.The light of knowledge, of unity, of truth.
The light for freedom, for democracy, for an America where anything is possible. pic.twitter.com/mA0thdoEGs
— President Biden (@POTUS) October 31, 2024
President Joe Biden has celebrated Diwali at the White House each year since taking office, marking four celebrations as of 2024.
He has continued the tradition of hosting Diwali events like his predecessors.
President Biden on Monday hosted a Diwali celebration at the White House as well.
Later, Biden, in a standing-only packed East Room of the White House, said, “As President, I’ve been honoured to host the biggest Diwali receptions ever at the White House.
“To me, it means a great deal. As Senator, Vice President, and President, South Asian-Americans have been key 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," he said.
Location :Washington D.C., United States of America (USA)
First Published:October 31, 2024, 23:50 IST
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