New York's Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, New York City mayor Eric Adams and Indian-American assemblywoman Jennifer Rajkumar joined in the festivities. The event was organised by leading Indian-American community leader, Neeta Bhasin.
Highlighting the importance of Diwali, United Nations General Assembly President Dennis Francis has said that the festival transcends cultural boundaries and serves as a universal inspiration in our collective pursuit.
Celebrating the festival of lights, Diwali, US President Joe Biden, along with his wife Jill Biden, lit a diya and said that it symbolises the message of seeking the light of wisdom, love, and unity over the darkness of hate and division.