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US President Joe Biden hosts largest Diwali reception at White House, 200 Indian-Americans attend


Mangalore Today News Network

Washington, Oct 25, 2022: US President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr Jill Biden on Monday hosted a Diwali reception at the White House. Vice President Kamala Harris was also present on occasion.

 

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The reception was attended by nearly 200 eminent Indian Americans. It was the largest reception hosted by the White House since it started celebrating the festival during the George Bush administration.

 


"Diwali is a reminder that each of us has the power to dispel darkness and bring light to the world. It was my pleasure to celebrate this joyous occasion at the White House today", President Biden said in a tweet.

 


The reception was organised at the East Room, a venue which has witnessed several geopolitical developments, including the signing of the nuclear deal and the joint press conference by then-US President Barack Obama and Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in November 2008.

Sitarist Rishab Sharma and the dance troupe, The Sa Dance Company, presented exhilarating performances during the reception.

“The room is full at the East state dining room. This is a real celebration of what the Indian American community has achieved in the United States. It’s a wonderful recognition by the President and the White House to host all of us on Diwali. I feel very privileged to be here as an Indian American,” PTI quoted Atul Keshap, president of the US India Business Council as saying.


Courtesy: India Today


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