New York City Declares Diwali As School Holiday | Diwali In USA
Diwali, the festival of lights, will now be granted as a school holiday in New York City of the United states, as announced by the authorities in the city. They described it as a "victory" for the city's residents, including the Indian community.
"And we feel confident that the governor is going to sign this bill into law," NYC Mayor Eric Adams said from City Hall Monday.
"This is a victory, not only from the men and women of the Indian community and all communities that celebrate Diwali, but it's a victory for New York," Adams said.
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June 27, 2023 / 14:24 IST
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