
US Presidents Donald Trump celebrated Diwali in Oval Office of White House with senior Indian-American members.He said he was deeply honored to be joined by so many administration officials and leaders of the Indian-American community to celebrate Diwali.
He said “Today, I was deeply honored to be joined by so many administration officials and leaders of the Indian-American community – to celebrate Diwali — the Hindu Festival of Lights.”
Trump also lit diyas on the occasion and hailed the Indian community’s contribution in different fields. Daughter Ivanka Trump also joined the President in celebration of Diwali celebrations.
The tradition of Diwali celebration was first started by former President George Bush. However, he never personally participated in the White House Diwali celebrations.