Vice President Kamala Harris hosted a Diwali event at the White House on Wednesday, November 8th. Several prominent figures from the Indian and South Asian communities came together to celebrate the Festival of Lights with great enthusiasm. It was a grand celebration with colorful decorations, sumptuous ethnic food and traditional music. A photo obtained by his Hindustantimes.com through celebrity publicist Jonathan Hay shows a colorful rangoli decorated with diyas and lamps just outside the gate of Harris’ office.
In her welcome speech, Ms. Harris pointed out the importance of celebrating Diwali and explained how the festival’s meaning of victory of light over darkness has a powerful meaning in the midst of the ongoing crisis around the world. did. “We celebrate Diwali at this time of year, when so much is happening in our world,” the Vice President said. In addition to Mr. Harris, other special guests also addressed the occasion in their speeches. Celebrities who attended the event included World Bank President Ajay Banga, Netflix CCO Bela Bajaria, US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthy, US Congresswoman Pooja Babishi, Miss USA Neena This includes Mr. Davalli.
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The event featured traditional Indian food including delicious dishes such as malai ice cream, bhel, prawns and samosas, along with cocktails and drinks including India’s most famous hot drinks chai and black tea. Vibrant music and dance performances added to the festive atmosphere throughout the event. In addition to a DJ, the White House Diwali celebration also featured a tabla performance. Other prominent guests who graced this auspicious occasion included ABC news anchor Zoreen Shah, American actress and author Sheetal Sheth and entrepreneur Anip Patel, who addressed the Vice President on the Gaza crisis. This includes Mr.
In his message, Patel said: “As we gather here to celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights that symbolizes the triumph of good over evil, it is a poignant time to reflect on the values it represents. One of the central messages of Diwali is , to pursue peace, harmony, and understanding among all individuals, regardless of their differences.” Additionally, “Vice President Harris will use his position of influence to advocate for an end to all forms of violence and attacks against individuals.” “I sincerely appeal to everyone, regardless of their background or beliefs, to advocate for a ceasefire in order to promote it,” he added.
