Montana Governor's Mansion Hosts Its First Diwali Celebration
HELENA, Mont. — The Montana Governor's Mansion has hosted a Diwali celebration for the first time, with Gov. Greg Gianforte and First Lady Susan Gianforte welcoming the Indian American community and friends to mark the Indian festival of lights. The event was held on October 26, and the Consulate General of India in Seattle released details of the celebration on November 5.
The celebration was organized by the Indian consulate in Seattle together with the Montana World Affairs Council. According to IANS, governors in five U.S. states, including Montana, hosted Diwali celebrations at official residences or state capitols for the first time this year, recognizing Indian Americans' contributions to business, public service and cultural diversity.
During the Helena celebration, residents danced to the Bollywood song "London Thumakda," a highlight of the evening. The consulate shared images from the event on social media and thanked the Gianfortes and Helena Mayor Emily Dean for welcoming the consulate and the Indian American community.
Source: Consulate General of India, Seattle
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