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Times Square comes alive with Diwali celebrations
The event coincided with the celebration of the NYC Diwali school holiday
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Cultural Performances at the Diwali event / Images- DATS
Diwali spirit engulfed Times Square in New York as Gopi Dairy hosted Diwali at Times Square, to highlight the importance of illuminating the inner self and promoting unity, enlightenment, love, peace, and harmony to create a more peaceful world.
As the event coincided with the celebration of the NYC Diwali school holiday, distinguished guests, including Eric Adams, NYC Mayor, Senator Chuck Schumer, Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, Consul General of India, Randhir Jaiswal, Assemblywoman Jenifer Rajkumar, Justice Karen Gopee, and various dignitaries graced the occasion and joined in the festivities.
Dignitaries at the event.
Highlighting the theme of the celebrations, NYC Mayor Eric Adams said, “It's our responsibility to let the light triumph over darkness, and that's what this celebration symbolizes.” Randhir Jaiswal, the Consul General of India, NY added, "As we celebrate Diwali in Times Square, we mark not just a festival but a milestone in the recognition of our culture, as Diwali becomes a public holiday in schools."
A grand Diya (lamp) lighting on stage, synchronized with the countdown on the One Times Square tower was one of the event’s highlights. In addition, an awards ceremony was organized to recognize individuals who have made substantial contributions in their respective fields.
Neera Tanden receives her award from NYC Mayor Eric Adams
Neera Tanden, director of the US Domestic Policy Council, was honored with the "Woman of the Year Award in Public Service", Shailesh Jejurikar, the COO of Procter and Gamble, received the "Man of the Year in Private Service” and Assemblywoman Jenifer Rajkumar, instrumental in establishing the NYC school holiday and a strong supporter of Diwali at Times Square, was presented with the Samman Award.
“The festival prioritized including children and teaching them to be responsible citizens, compassionate individuals, and good neighbors. Recognizing America as a nation of immigrants, the event aimed to unite people from diverse backgrounds, focusing on education to foster unity and diversity”, said the founder of Diwali at Times Square, Neeta Bhasin.
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