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Center-Right Owned by Living Media IndiaTrump's Diwali celebration ft diyas, Hanuman Chalisa; chef Vikas Khanna present
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President Donald Trump took part in a Diwali celebration inside the White House Oval Office, where a ceremonial lighting of diyas was held. Indian Ambassador Vinay Kwatra attended along with Indian‑American CEOs and entrepreneurs, and chef Vikas Khanna was also present. Indian tech entrepreneur Vishal Gondal met the president, participated in the diya ceremony and presented him with a copy of the Hanuman Chalisa. The event continued the tradition of White House Diwali observances that have been held under successive presidents.
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President Donald Trump attended Diwali celebrations at the White House Oval Office alongside Indian Ambassador Vinay Kwatra.
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The high-profile gathering brought together prominent members of the Indian diaspora to celebrate the festival of lights inside the executive office of the US President
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India's Ambassador to the US Vinay Kwatra was among those present at the Oval Office for the celebration. The tradition of having a Diwali celebration was started by President George W Bush in 2003.
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