Tulsi Gabbard values Holi's significance and connection

Tulsi Gabbard, the US Director of National Intelligence, expressed regret for missing Holi celebrations during her recent trip to India. She described Holi as a "wonderful and colourful" celebration that highlights the connection among people. Gabbard, who follows Hindu traditions, shared that the festival holds personal significance for her. She compared greetings in Hawaii and India, noting the shared spiritual meaning behind "Aloha" and "Namaste." Raised in a Hindu household, Gabbard is the first Hindu American elected to the US House of Representatives. She was appointed DNI by President Donald Trump last month.