Friday, October 16, 2009

Diwali Wishes !!!

I was surprised to see the diwali wishes from White House. President Obama made a very terse statement wishing all the folks from the sub continent on the festival of lights. I was also surprised to hear him giving the meaning of Asatoma Sadgamaya ... From darkness to Light ...
I dont remember any other American president wishing the Indians on Diwali.
On the one side Washington state declaring holiday on August 15 ... other side the Nobel Laureate wishing the people from the sub-continent on one of their most important festivals ... what does all this mean ?
What was once considered as a land of snake charmers has grown to become the most prominent counties in the world. The world has started recognizing the value of India and Indians.
I feel proud to be a part of this diaspora ...

HAPPY DIWALI !!!