Trump’s Portrait Pops Up on Rickshaws in India to Mark America’s 250th

In recent days, President Trump’s face has started popping up in odd places around New Delhi. His portrait, splashed across the red, white and blue of an American flag, glares at people from the back of dozens of three-wheeled, motorized rickshaws buzzing all over the Indian capital.

“Happy Birthday America!” the words read. “250 years old.”

The campaign was launched last month by Sergio Gor, the U.S. ambassador to India, who has established a flair for spectacle since he arrived at his post in January. The U.S. Embassy announced the rollout on social media last month, saying “Freedom is on the move … literally!”

Dozens, possibly hundreds, of these freshly decorated vehicles, referred to commonly as autos, have hit the roads. About half of them bear Mr. Trump’s visage, the others feature the Statue of Liberty. But they are not easily spotted on the sprawling city’s choked streets.

“Nobody pays any attention to the ads on autos,” said Sunidhi Katiyar, a dietitian who was sharing a snack at a roadside stall where an American-themed auto dropped me off. She said she would be glad if the drivers benefit. “It’s like a free repair for them.” As for her, “I’m not into politicians, or any of this.”

U.S. embassies around the world have been raising money and drawing up lavish plans to celebrate the Fourth of July after Mr. Trump in December announced it would be “the most spectacular birthday party the world has ever seen.”