America’s tallest building, One World Trade Center, lights up for Diwali celebrations

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New York:

One World Trade Center in New York, which is the tallest building in the United States, lit up in colors on Wednesday on the occasion of Diwali. The building displayed ‘diyas’ as the US celebrated Diwali.

In a post on X, the Consulate General of India in New York stated, “Shubharambh of Diwali with the tallest building in the United States, One World Trade Center, lighting up in brilliant colors! Here’s to a festival of lights shining across the globe!”

Earlier in the day, US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti danced to the popular song “Tauba Tauba” during Diwali celebrations at the US Embassy in Delhi.

He performed Bhangra on stage to the hit song from the Vicky Kaushal starrer Bad Newz. Garcetti wore a brown kurta, cool shades, a red dupatta and taupe shoes to complete her festive look.
He shared his excitement by posting a picture of the embassy adorned with golden lights for Diwali. “Our embassy is lit up and we are ready for Diwali. How do you celebrate the festival of lights?” he asked.

The White House also sent Diwali wishes in its statement: “Happy Diwali from the White House! Together, let’s show the power of gathering lights.”

Garcetti expressed his excitement about the Diwali celebrations that President Biden hosted on Monday.

In a post on X, he said, “What a beautiful celebration of Diwali at the White House! As we celebrate the journey of light, we also honor the invaluable contributions of Indian Americans who are deepening the bond between the US and India. From New Delhi to DC, may the lights of Diwali illuminate every corner of the world and spread the message of peace and prosperity.”

The White House hosted a Diwali celebration honoring the contribution of Indian Americans to the “US-India bond”. Recently, First Lady Jill Biden and President Joe Biden hosted a Diwali celebration at the White House on October 28, inviting Indian Americans from across the United States to attend.

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