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California officially recognizes Diwali

New California law makes Diwali a state holiday starting in 2026

Diwali, the vibrant festival of lights celebrated in Hinduism and other religions, will become an official state holiday in California starting in 2026.

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Diwali becomes an official California state holiday. Where to celebrate the festivities

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California makes Diwali an official statewide holiday

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California declares Diwali a state holiday, third US state to do so

California on Tuesday officially declared Diwali a state holiday, becoming the third US state to recognise the Hindu festival of lights, following Pennsylvania and Connecticut.

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In historic development, California designates Diwali as state holiday; 3rd US state to do so

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Diwali festival named state holiday in California; Indian-American community lauds move, thanks Governor Gavin Newsom

IndiaWest

Gov. Gavin Newsom Signs Ash Kalra’s Bill Making Diwali Official CA State Holiday

SACRAMENTO, CA – California will officially celebrate Diwali as a state holiday, following Governor Gavin Newsom’s signing of Assembly Bill 268 on October 6 — a move that has sparked joy and pride across the Indian American community with WhatsApp messages lighting up people’s phones.

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California’s Diwali state holiday: Meet Indian-origin politicians behind the bill; Hindu groups thank Newsom

Indian-American and Hindu communities have applauded California Gov Gavin Newsom for signing a bill into law that has helped Diwali earn state holiday status. Indian-origin assemblymembers Ash Kalra and Dr Darshana Patel co-authored the bill.

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California celebrates Diwali: Gavin Newsom signs AB 268 into law; how Governor is seen as an ally of Indian-American community

California has officially recognized Diwali as a state holiday, effective January 1. This landmark law allows public schools and community colleges to