SOURCE :- SIASAT NEWS
Dubai: Dubai’s Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, featured a special illumination for Diwali on Saturday, November 7, displaying festive greetings in Hindi and English for people celebrating the festival across the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The 828-metre tower showcased a message wishing viewers brightness, joy and prosperity before displaying ‘Happy Diwali’ in both languages.
A video of the illuminated skyscraper was shared on its official Instagram account with the caption, “Wishing everyone joy and prosperity this Festival of Lights.”
The display received a warm response on social media, with several Indian users expressing delight at seeing their festival marked at the iconic Dubai landmark.
Some welcomed the gesture with festive greetings, while others praised the presentation and shared their appreciation for Dubai and its multicultural community. Users also recalled their visits to the landmark and described the display as a memorable sight.
The Burj Khalifa frequently features special lighting displays to mark festivals, national celebrations and significant occasions. Its latest presentation brought a festive touch to Dubai’s skyline during Diwali.
UAE leaders extend Diwali greetings
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan conveyed his greetings to people celebrating Diwali in the Emirates and around the world.
In a message posted on X on Sunday, November 8, he said: “Best wishes to all those celebrating Diwali in the UAE and around the world. May this celebration and the year ahead bring good health and prosperity to you and your families.”
Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who is also the UAE Vice-President and Prime Minister, shared his greetings a day earlier.
“Warmest wishes and greetings to all those celebrating Diwali in the UAE and around the world,” he wrote on X, expressing hope that the festival would bring peace, hope, goodness, safety, happiness and prosperity.
Diwali, widely known as the Festival of Lights, is celebrated by millions of people worldwide. In the UAE, the occasion is marked by the large Indian expatriate community and other South Asian residents.
SOURCE : SIASAT
