US President Joe Biden posted a video of himself and Jill Biden lighting diyas to mark the occasion of Diwali. Sharing the video on X, he wrote, “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 hate and division. May we embrace the enduring spirit of this holiday and of our nation – and reflect on the strength of our shared light.”
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 hate and division.
May we embrace the enduring spirit of this holiday and of our nation – and reflect on the strength of our shared light. pic.twitter.com/eHjfQ68rXU
— President Biden Archived (@POTUS46Archive) November 14, 2023
In the US, Diwali celebrations come right after Halloween celebrations. Diwali celebrations in America have increased over the years, with the festival of lights now being celebrated at popular spots like California’s Disneyland and New York’s Times Square. Even the White House has been celebrating Diwali.
