US President Donald Trump attended the White House’s Diwali festivities. He greeted Indians and Indian-Americans with great love. Trump called Prime Minister Narendra Modi a wonderful friend and congratulated him. He underlined the close commercial and regional peace links between the US and India. According to him, the Diya’s flame represents knowledge, hard work, and thankfulness.
Trump lighted the diyas at the White House following his comments. A number of high-ranking officials were there. Among them were US Ambassador Sergio Gor, Indian Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra, FBI Director Kash Patel, ODNI Director Tulsi Gabbard, and White House Deputy Press Secretary Kush Desai. The occasion reflected the Indian-American community’s growing role in US-India ties. Cultural events and beautiful displays honouring the festival of lights were also enjoyed by the guests.
During a private phone call today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked Trump for his greetings. Modi underlined the strong India-US relationship in a social media post. He claimed that the globe is reminded of hope by the festival of lights. Additionally, he emphasized the need for the two democracies to unite in their fight against terrorism. The White House’s Diwali festivities raised diplomatic relations as well as respect for culture.
