The tallest building in the US, One World Trade Center, lights up during Diwali celebrations

New York:

One World Trade Center in New York, the tallest building in the US, was lit up in colors on Wednesday to mark Diwali. The building displayed “Diyas” as the US celebrated Diwali.

In a post on “

???? Shubharambh of Diwali with the tallest building in the USA, One World Trade Center @OneWTC Bright in bright colors!

Here’s to a festival of lights that shines around the globe!@MEAIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @IndianDiplomacy @NYCMayor @GovKathyHochul @saef_usa pic.twitter.com/cVZHKbuEjO

– India in New York (@IndiainNewYork) October 30, 2024

Earlier in the day, US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti danced to the popular song ‘Tauba Tauba’ during Diwali celebrations at the US Embassy in Delhi.

He performed Bhangra on stage to the hit song from the film Bad Newz starring Vicky Kaushal. Garcetti wore a brown kurta, cool shades, a red dupatta and taupe shoes to complete his festive look.
He shared his excitement by posting a picture of the message decorated with golden lights for Diwali. “Our message is lit and we are ready for Diwali. “How do you celebrate the festival of lights?” he asked.

✨ Our message is illuminated and we are ready #Diwali. How do you celebrate that? #FestivalofLights? pic.twitter.com/QXqXmqlWeh

— US Embassy India (@USAndIndia) October 29, 2024

The White House also conveyed Diwali wishes in its statement: “Happy Diwali from the White House! May we demonstrate together the power that lies in gathering the light.”

Happy Diwali from the White House! May we demonstrate together the power that lies in gathering the light. pic.twitter.com/IHKn2gvj5s

– The White House (@WhiteHouse) October 29, 2024

Garcetti expressed his excitement over the Diwali celebrations hosted by President Biden on Monday.

What a beautiful celebration of Diwali @WhiteHouse! As we celebrate the journey of light, we also recognize the invaluable contributions of Indian Americans who deepen the journey of light #USIndia Binding. From New Delhi to DC, may the light of Diwali illuminate every corner of the world and… https://t.co/1CEjRwhptQ

— US Ambassador Eric Garcetti (@USAmbIndia) October 30, 2024

In a post on DC, may the light of Diwali illuminate every corner of the world and spread the message of peace and prosperity.”

The White House hosted a Diwali celebration honoring Indian Americans’ contributions to the ‘US-India bond’. Recently, First Lady Jill Biden and President Joe Biden hosted a Diwali celebration at the White House on October 28, inviting Indian Americans from across the United States.

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