Watch: Indianness On Full Display At White House As 'Saare Jahan Se Achha' Plays While Pani Puri, Khoya Is Served To Guests
It's not every day you hear the legendary tune of Muhammad Iqbal's "Saare Jahan Se Achha" echoing through the corridors of the White House. And when you throw in some pani puri and khoya being served to guests, it becomes a deliciously unforgettable gala, definitely breaking the norm for the White House!
It's not every day you hear the legendary tune of Muhammad Iqbal's Saare Jahan Se Achha echoing through the corridors of the White House. And when you throw in some pani puri and khoya being served to guests, it becomes a deliciously unforgettable gala, definitely breaking the norm for the White House!
A celebration of heritage at the White House
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On Monday, the White House celebrated Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AA and NHPI) Heritage Month.
The occasion marked 25 years since the establishment of the White House Initiative and the President's Advisory Commission on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders.
Leaders from five presidential administrations gathered for the first time to commemorate this significant milestone and acknowledge the contributions of AA and NHPI communities to American society.
"From Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders whose ancestors have called their lands home for hundreds of years to Asian immigrants who have newly arrived and those whose families have been here for generations - AA and NHPI heritage has long been a part of the history of our great country and a defining force in the soul of our nation," stated US President Joe Biden.
Lip-smacking feast to go with it
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Indian-American community leader Ajay Jain Bhutoria gave a sneak peek into the lively festivities at the White House, showcasing a vibrant celebration of minority communities and their vibrant lives in the US.
Among the highlights were a group of musicians jamming out to the iconic Saare Jahan Se Achha on violins and one man on the cello.
And then there was the mouthwatering feast, featuring a platter of pani-puris stealing the show!
Watch it here:
Thrilled to hear Saare Jahan Se accha Hindustan Hamara played at WHite House AANHPI heritage celebration hosted by President @JoeBiden with VP Harris @VP . Paanipuri and Khoya dish was also served .stronger US India relationship . @PMOIndia @narendramodi @DrSJaishankar @AmitShah pic.twitter.com/1M5lViwbF2
¡ª Ajay Jain (@ajainb) May 14, 2024
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