President Trump took time off yesterday to kick start Diwali festivities at the Oval Office by lighting a diya. His daughter Ivanka, who joined him in Tuesday’s Diwali celebrations at the White House, also took to Twitter to wish Indians across the globe a joyous Diwali. Her “Saal Mubarak” greeting was accompanied by a reminder that she will be in India next month for the Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES)
Trump wished all Indian-American members of the administration, including Nikki Haley, Seema Verma and Federal Communications Commission chairman Ajit Pai a great Diwali and stressed that he greatly values his relationship with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi
While expressing his appreciation for Indians “who have built the world’s largest democracy”, he wrote in a Facebook post, “Today, I was deeply honoured to be joined by so many administration officials and leaders of the Indian-American community — to celebrate Diwali — the Hindu Festival of Lights.”
Calling Indians “treasured and beloved members of our great American family”, he said, “Our Indian-American neighbours and friends have made incredible contributions to our country – and to the world. You have made extraordinary contributions to art, science, medicine, business and education. America is especially thankful for its many Indian-American citizens who serve BRAVELY in our armed forces and as first responders in communities throughout our great land.”
Post Your Comments