Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamurthy
Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamurthy on Thursday announced plans to introduce a Diwali resolution in the US House of Representatives to recognize the festival of lights.
For Sikhs, Jains and Hindus around the world and here in the United States, Diwali is a festival of thanksgiving as well as a celebration of the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil, Krishnamurthy said in a statement.
Every year, Diwali is celebrated by millions of Indian-Americans, as well as hundreds of millions more around the world. This year the holiday will be held on November 12, Sunday.
I am proud to announce that I am reintroducing a bipartisan resolution to recognize the immense religious, cultural and historical significance of Diwali, he said.
I hope my colleagues from both sides will join me in this effort and in wishing a safe and happy Diwali to all families who will gather with their loved ones to light lamps and pray for good health and peace,” said Krishnamurti.
He also released a draft of the proposed Diwali resolution that recognizes and appreciates religious diversity in India and the United States and recognizes and supports the cooperative and respectful relationship between the two countries.
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First published: October 13, 2023 | 8:34 am IST