Iconic New York City landmarks illuminated on occasion of Diwali

Updated: Nov 4 2021 7:58PM

New York, Nov 4 (PTI) Iconic New York City landmarks were illuminated on the occasion of Diwali as top UN officials extended greetings to those celebrating the festival of lights around the world.

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres tweeted "Happy #Diwali. My best wishes to all celebrating." The United Nations also tweeted "During #Diwali, the festival of lights - celebrated in India & by followers of many faiths across the world - clay lamps are lit to signify the victory of good over evil." World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said in a tweet "May the lights of #Diwali bring good health and happiness to everyone celebrating." For the first time ever, Diwali-themed animation adorned One World Trade Center from November 2nd-4th as part of the South Asian Engagement Foundation (SAEF)’s inaugural #AllAmericanDiwali in New York City.

On Wednesday, a spectacular Diwali fireworks show light up the sky on the iconic Hudson River.