It’s the festival of lights and a wonderful time to create precious memories with our loved ones. Diwali celebrations are continuing with grandeur in India and abroad. Devotees worldwide are engaged in different festivities to make the auspicious occasion more special and perfect. To celebrate Diwali in a grand manner, the White House military band played ‘Om Jai Jagdish Hare’, the beloved aarti bhajan.
White House Military Band Played ‘Om Jai Jagdish Hare’ & Celebrated Diwali
Taking to the X (formerly Twitter) platform, Gita Gopinath (@GitaGopinath) shared a video of wonderful celebrations rejoicing the festive spirit.
Wonderful to hear the White House military band play Om Jai Jagdeesh Hare for Diwali. Happy Diwali 🪔 pic.twitter.com/lJwOrCOVpo
— Gita Gopinath (@GitaGopinath) October 31, 2024
A video of the unique celebrations by the White House military band is making rounds on social media platforms. It is a unique rendition of ‘Om Jai Jagdish Hare’ showcased at US President Joe Biden’s residence. Band members played the devotional song on cello, drums, piano, and violin. Beautiful glimpses from the spectacular performances are winning Netizens’ hearts. Celebrations and happiness surely know no borders.
The first Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) shared this mesmerising clip of the White House military band playing this divine music at Biden’s official residence. Gita Gopinath shared the video by wishing everyone a “Happy Diwali” and expressing her thoughts.
‘Om Jai Jagdish Hare’ is a very special song and is close to our hearts. Devotees play the aarti bhajan during auspicious puja and celebrations. Many people love listening to it during stressful times to gain the strength to stand strong against obstacles. This one-of-a-kind presentation of the aarti makes us happy and people worldwide can feel the festive spirit.
A Grand Diwali Party
Joe Biden hosted an incredible Diwali bash on Monday. According to different reports, Indian American politicians, esteemed individuals, corporate executives, Congressmen, and many people attended the event. Over 600 Indian Americans were present there, according to a report by NDTV. In addition, astronaut Sunita Williams joined the festivities via a video message.
Netizens love the beautiful rendition of the aarti and praise the presentation on the X platform. Here’s how they are reacting to the viral video of the White House military band’s Diwali celebrations.
Music knows no boundaries is finally true
— Shikhar Ganjoo, MD (@shikharganjoo) October 31, 2024
They killed it here.
So elegant😍— Avijeet | Personal Branding Strategist (@avijeet_writes) October 31, 2024
What a beautiful tribute to the spirit of Diwali! The White House military band performing Om Jai Jagdeesh Hare is like a harmonious bridge between cultures, reminding us that joy knows no borders.
As we light our diyas and share sweets, it’s moments like this that illuminate…
— A n k i s h (@franklyankish) October 31, 2024
Nicely done! great arrangement, and the violinist did all the glissandos pretty well
— Ricky Kej (@rickykej) October 31, 2024
Proud on my Indian culture and thanks to the foreign people for recognising our culture and displaying it.
— अमय दूबे (@AmayDubey6) October 31, 2024
How are you celebrating Diwali?
Cover Image Courtesy: X/ Gita Gopinath (@GitaGopinath)
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