(Above): Jay Sean and Thara Natalie celebrate Diwali at The Empire State Building in New York City, Nov. 04, 2021. (This and all photos below by Noam Galai/Getty Images for Empire State Realty Trust)

Federation of Indian Associations of eight states commemorated Diwali, a major and 75 years of ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ by lighting the World famous Empire State Building in the colors of the diya. The lighting ceremony was graced by Consul General Randhir Jaiswal, Deputy Consul General Dr. Varun Jeph, popular R&B singer, songwriter and music producer Jay Sean and R&B singer, model and yoga instructor Thara Natalie.

FIA Chairman Ankur Vaidya, President Elect Kenny Desai, Past President Alok Kumar and Executive members Parveen Bansal and Saurin Parikh participated in the event as well. In follow up to a spectacular dance performance by the students of Aum Dance Creations the Empire State Building ceremonial lighting was turned on together by Jay Sean, Thara Natalie and Consul General Jaiswal.

Consul General Jaiswal conveyed Diwali wishes and thanked the American community for accepting and embracing diversity.

Vice President Sales of Empire State Building Patricia Niscior wished the community the world over a Happy Diwali and invited them to participate and visit the World famous Empire State Building. FIA Chairman Ankur Vaidya and President Elect Kenny Desai also conveyed the Diwali wishes to all the community addressing the media, Jay Sean and Thara conveyed their warm Diwali wishes to the community.

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