This 12 months, Los Angeles Metropolis Corridor marked Diwali with a particular celebration, hosted by the Metropolis Council in collaboration with the Consulate Common of India in Los Angeles. The occasion was organized by Nithya Raman, the primary Indian American Metropolis Councilmember, highlighting the rising recognition of the Indian diaspora within the area.The celebration was attended by Eric Garcetti, former Mayor of Los Angeles and present US Ambassador to India, alongside leaders of the Indian diaspora and group members from throughout the area.Festivities included the lighting of conventional lamps, performances of Indian music and dance, and the presentation of a Diwali Proclamation by Metropolis Council members Nithya Raman, John Lee, and Tim McOsker.The council members additionally welcomed the brand new Consul Common, KJ Srinivasa, throughout the occasion.The Indian Consulate thanked the Metropolis of Los Angeles for its gesture of friendship and for acknowledging the contributions of the Indo-American group to town’s multicultural cloth. Diwali celebrations additionally occurred in Washington, the place US President Donald Trump participated in festivities on the White Home on Tuesday. He conveyed greetings to the folks of India and Indian-Individuals, linking the nationwide recognition of the competition to US-India relations.“Let me lengthen our warmest needs to the folks of India. I simply spoke to your Prime Minister right now. Had an amazing dialog. We talked about commerce… He is very curious about that. Though we did speak a short while in the past about let’s haven’t any wars with Pakistan. The truth that commerce was concerned, I used to be in a position to discuss that. And we’ve no conflict with Pakistan and India. That was a really, excellent factor. He is an amazing individual, and he is turn out to be an amazing buddy of mine through the years,” Trump stated.Trump highlighted the symbolic significance of Diwali, noting that lighting the diya represents the triumph of sunshine over darkness, information over ignorance, and good over evil. He stated the flame serves as a reminder to hunt knowledge, work diligently, and provides thanks for blessings. Following his remarks, Trump lit diyas on the White Home.The ceremony was attended by senior administration officers, together with FBI Director Kash Patel, ODNI Director Tulsi Gabbard, White Home Deputy Press Secretary Kush Desai, the Indian Ambassador to the US. Vinay Mohan Kwatra, the US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor, and a delegation of Indian-American enterprise leaders.