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New bill makes Diwali a California state holiday

Diwali, the Hindu "Festival of Lights," marks the start of the Hindu new year. OAKLAND, Calif. - Diwali, the Hindu "Festival ...
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California makes Diwali an official statewide holiday

California has designated Diwali as an official statewide holiday, becoming the third U.S. state to do so. The legislation ...

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

Diwali has been added to California's official list of statewide holidays — just in time for this year's festivities.

California joins Pennsylvania and other US states in recognising Diwali as a state holiday- Here's the full list of states

California will now formally recognize Diwali as a state holiday. This move allows public schools and state employees paid time off. The law, AB 268, takes effect in 2026. California joins ...

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 close, and state employees to take paid leave.