US Congresswoman Grace Meng on Friday introduced a bill to make Diwali a federal holiday in the US.
“Today, I was proud to announce the introduction of the Diwali Day Act, my bill that would make Diwali a federal holiday. Thank you to all of my government colleagues and the many advocates who joined me in expressing their support, Meng tweeted on Saturday.
Diwali, also known as Deepawali or the Festival of Lights, is one of the most important festivals in India.
Diwali will become the 12th federally recognized holiday in the US under the Diwali Day Act.
Shortly after the bill was introduced in the House of Representatives, Meng made the following remarks at a virtual news conference in the United States: “Diwali is one of the most important days of the year for billions of people and countless families around the world and Queens, New York and community in the United States.”
Nikil Saval thanked Greg Rothman for giving him the opportunity to join him in introducing the bill on his official Twitter handle.
He tweeted, “The Senate voted unanimously to recognize Diwali as an official holiday! To all Pennsylvanians celebrating this festival of light and connection: You’re watching, you’re welcome, you matter.” Thank you for the opportunity to join, @rothman_greg you are introducing this bill.”
The introduction of the Diwali Day Act in the House of Representatives was well received by members of the community.
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