Pennsylvania recognizes Diwali as official holiday
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The Pennsylvania state of the United States (US) declared the Hindu festival of Diwali as an official holiday on Wednesday. Announcing the decision on Twitter, Senator Nikil Saval said, "The Senate voted unanimously to recognize Diwali as an official holiday! To all Pennsylvanians who celebrate this festival of light and connection: you are seen, you are welcome, you matter."