US state Pennsylvania declares Diwali as an official holiday

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Category : International Published on: April 29 2023

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United States Pennsylvania has declared the Hindu festival of Diwali as an official holiday.
State Senator Greg Rothman and Senator Nikil Saval introduced a legislation to make Diwali an official state holiday in Pennsylvania in February this year.
Nearly 200,000 South Asian residents reside in Pennsylvania, many of whom participate in Diwali as a time of reflection and gathering.
However, the Senate Bill 402 does not require offices or schools to remain shut during the festival dated November 12 this year.

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US state Pennsylvania declares Diwali as an official holiday