Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing the Religious and Historical Significance of Diwali

WASHINGTON - Today, Congressmen Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) introduced a bipartisan resolution to recognize the historical and religious significance of Diwali. The Festival of Lights celebration, which began on Monday, October 20 this year, is celebrated throughout the U.S. by more than three million Americans of Indian descent, including Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs.

“Diwali celebrates the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil,” Congressman Krishnamoorthi said. “For the millions of Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains here in the U.S. celebrating with friends, family, and loved ones, it’s my hope that my bipartisan resolution honoring the cultural, religious, and historical significance of the Festival of Lights brings our communities together and inspires us to see the light in the world and overcome the challenges we face. Happy Diwali, and I hope everyone celebrating has a joyful and peaceful holiday.”

“Diwali speaks to something larger than any one tradition; it speaks to the enduring human belief that light will always conquer darkness, that truth will outlast fear, that unity is our strength, and that hope will endure,” Congressman Fitzpatrick said. “In Pennsylvania’s First District, we are proud to have three incredible Mandirs whose doors and hearts remain open to all, serving as critical community pillars of faith, service, and unity. This resolution honors not only a tradition that uplifts, unites, and endures, but the profound contributions of our Indian-American community to the strength of our district and our nation.”

The full text of the resolution is available here.