President Trump’s portrait hits New Delhi traffic as US Embassy rolls out rickshaws
In New Delhi, auto-rickshaws are now featuring portraits of U.S. President Donald Trump with the slogan 'Happy Birthday America!' as part of a campaign to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence. Approximately 100 rickshaws are displaying these images, which were introduced by the U.S. Embassy in India. While the initiative aims to strengthen U.S.-India relations, many drivers are indifferent to the campaign's significance.
- ▪Around 100 auto-rickshaws in New Delhi are displaying images of President Trump and the Statue of Liberty.
- ▪The campaign was launched by U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gor to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence.
- ▪Many auto-rickshaw drivers agreed to display the posters for minimal incentives, such as packets of tea.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onPresident Trump’s portrait hits New Delhi traffic as US Embassy rolls out rickshawsIn New Delhi, some auto-rickshaws are now displaying images of U_S_ President Donald Trump with the slogan “Happy Birthday America!”BySHONAL GANGULY Associated Press and PIYUSH NAGPAL Associated PressMay 20, 2026, 4:41 AM1:28Ganesh Kumar stands next to his auto-rickshaw featuring a poster of U.S. President Donald Trump that celebrates "250 Years of America" on the back of his vehicle in New Delhi, India, Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
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