NEW YORK: Schools in New York City have been declared closed on Diwali. For the first time in history, schools in New York City have declared a holiday on Diwali.

Ahead of Diwali, the World Trade Center is also in full swing. The World Trade Center building was filled with different colors. US President Joe Biden attended Diwali celebrations at the White House on Monday. More than 600 people, including Americans of Indian origin, participated in the event.