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.
After this he would deliver remarks before a gathering of Indian Americans, for whom he is hosting a reception.
This would be President Biden's last Diwali reception at the White House as he is not running for the presidential election.
"Among the President's introductions will be a video message from Sunita "Suni" Williams, a decorated NASA astronaut and retired Navy Captain. She recorded a video greeting from the International Space Station, where she took over as Commander in September," the White House said.
"Suni is a practising Hindu and has previously sent Diwali greetings from the ISS to people across the globe. She has also brought multiple Indian/Hindu cultural items-including samosas and copies of Upanishads and Bhagavad Gita-with her to space in celebration of her heritage," it said.
"Nootana, a classical South Asian dance and music ensemble based in Washington, DC, will provide musical entertainment for guests, in addition to the Marine Corps Band," said the White House.
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