Burj Khalifa glows with Diwali greetings in English and Hindi
Dubai: Dubai’s Burj Khalifa lit up the city skyline with a special Diwali display on Saturday night, greeting residents in both English and Hindi. The 828-metre landmark flashed a message wishing viewers brightness, joy and prosperity, ending with 'Happy Diwali'. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here. The official Burj Khalifa Instagram page shared…
On Saturday night, Dubai's iconic Burj Khalifa tower illuminated the city skyline with a special Diwali display, broadcasting greetings in both English and Hindi. The 828-meter tall structure projected a message of brightness, joy, and prosperity, concluding with "Happy Diwali". The official Burj Khalifa Instagram page posted the visual display, captioning it, "Wishing everyone joy and prosperity this Festival of Lights."
The event brought a festive atmosphere to Dubai's diverse population, including the significant Indian expat community residing in the city. UAE leaders also extended their best wishes to those celebrating the Hindu festival of lights. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan shared his greetings on X, hoping for good health and prosperity for all those celebrating Diwali in the UAE and worldwide.
Vice-President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, also conveyed his warmest wishes on X, wishing peace, hope, and goodness for the celebration and the year ahead. The Diwali greetings come as the UAE's sizable Indian community, along with other South Asian residents, observe the festival.
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