Trump greeted all Americans with "Happy Diwali." US President Donald Trump on Monday greeted all Americans on the occasion of Diwali. In a message issued from the White House, he said that Diwali symbolizes the victory of good over evil and light over darkness.
Trump said the festival is an opportunity for introspection, harmony and renewal that unites families and communities. He said, "Today I wish every American the weightier of luck as they gloat Diwali. It's a time when family and friends come together, gloat community, yank strength from hope and embrace the positive spirit."
He remoter said that the light of lamps and candles reminds us that good unchangingly triumphs over evil.
The impact of Diwali is increasing in America
Indian culture and Diwali are rhadamanthine increasingly popular in America. New York Municipality supposed Diwali an official public holiday in 2023. This was the first time that an American municipality recognized Diwali as a public holiday.
In many districts of New Jersey, such as Edison, South Brunswick, and Jersey City, schools are moreover sealed on Diwali.
Diwali is prestigious with pomp in many states
Grand events tabbed “Festival of Lights” are held every year in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Jose, California. Even though it is not an official holiday, the local wardship and the Indian polity gloat it extensively as a cultural festival.
Diwali is moreover very popular in Texas (Houston and Dallas), Illinois (Chicago), and Georgia (Atlanta). Fairs, cultural programs, and light shows are organized in temples and polity centers.
Diwali tradition in the White House
The tradition of triumphal Diwali at the White House has strengthened in the last few years. This message from Trump is an indication that Indian festivals are now rhadamanthine an important part of American cultural life. On this occasion of Diwali, millions of NRIs as well as American citizens are sharing the joy of the “festival of lights.”