UK prime minister Rishi Sunak welcomes guests from Hindu community to Downing Street ahead of Diwali

Ahead of the widely celebrated Hindu festival of Diwali, British Prime MinisterPrime MinisterPrime Minister Rishi Sunak extended warm wishes to the Hindu community in the United Kingdom and around the world while hosting a special event at 10 Downing Street. Sunak and his wife, Akshata Murty, were joined by members of the Hindu community at 10 Downing Street for the joyous occasion.

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, wife Akshata Murthy, lighting diyas at 10 Downing Street.

“Tonight Prime Minister Rishi Sunak welcomed guests from the Hindu community to Downing Street ahead of Diwali – a celebration of the triumph of light over darkness. Shubh Diwali to everyone across the UK and around the world celebrating this weekend!” Sunak's office said in a social media post.

The social media post was accompanied by images of Sunak and Murty lighting traditional lamps, or diyas, at their official residence.