DE SCR58

Recognizes Diwali as a festival of significant cultural and religious importance celebrated annually by Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, and Jains throughout the United States and the world.

Acknowledges that Diwali is a 5-day festival of lights beginning on the last day of the last month in the lunar calendar, with celebrations beginning November 7, 2018, symbolizing the victory of good over evil and the light within individuals that rids the soul of ignorance.

Recognizes and appreciates the religious diversity in India, the United States, and throughout the world.

Affirms the bonds of friendship and cooperation between the United States and India.

Extends warmest wishes to those celebrating Diwali in Delaware, the United States, India, and throughout the world.