President Joe Biden would celebrate Diwali at the White House Monday evening along with a large number of Indian Americans from across the country. "Continuing a tradition from previous years, the President will light a Diya lamp in the Blue Room before his remarks," the White House said.

President Biden set to celebrate Diwali with Indian Americans at White House event

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The US White House hosted the biggest Diwali reception ever on Monday in the presence of several Indian Americans from the Biden administration. "We are honoured to host you.

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