U.S. President Joe Biden extends Paryushan and Das Lakshan wishes to Jain community
The Hindu
Over 1,50,000 Jains live in the United States, which is the community’s largest population outside India.
U.S. President Joe Biden has greeted the Jain community on the concluding day of Paryushan and Das Lakshan festivals. Over 1,50,000 Jains live in the United States, which is the community’s largest population outside India.
“Jill and I send our best wishes to Jains in the U.S. and around the world who’ve concluded the festivals of Paryushan and Das Lakshan,” Mr. Biden said in a Facebook post on Sunday.
“In this time for self-reflection and forgiveness, may we all find peace and reconciliation in our lives. Michhami Dukkadam and Uttam Kshama!” he said.

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