As India lights up for Diwali, foreign embassies in the country are joining in the festive spirit and embracing the festival of lights.
Ambassador of Switzerland to India and Bhutan, Maya Tissafi took part in an early Diwali celebration with her team on November 3. US ambassador to India Sergio Gor took to X to share pictures of Diwali celebrations at the embassy and wrote, “Great to celebrate Diwali at our Embassy in New Delhi. Wishing all who are observing the holiday a very Happy Diwali!”. The embassy organised cultural performances to celebrate the festival. UAE ambassador to India Abdulla Saif Al Nuaimi celebrated his first Diwali in India with a special gathering at the embassy in New Delhi. The ambassador shared glimpses of the festivities with staff members and their families on X, as they lighted lamps. Sharing pictures of herself and staff while lighting lamps, the ambassador wrote, “As the city of Delhi lights up ahead of Diwali, some of that festive magic found its way into the Embassy too! ✨ Celebrating with my team amid colourful rangolis, glowing diyas and delicious Indian delicacies was a lovely way to embrace India’s festive spirit and traditions. I wish you an exciting week full of Diwali festivities. 🪔
Ambassador Thierry Mathou lighted a ceremonial lamp and described the festival as a “beautiful celebration of light, hope and new beginnings” and wished for France-India relations to continue to prosper. “May this festival bring joy to every home and continue to strengthen the bonds of friendship between France and India”, he said. Sharing a press release, the high commission said the event celebrated “the enduring connections between Sri Lanka, India and the wider world through culture and shared traditions.
