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Loudoun County issues proclamation recognizing Diwali
Supervisor TeKrony announced the co-sponsorship on social media, expressing appreciation for the opportunity to honor the cultural and spiritual significance of the festival.
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Malvika Choudhary - Wed, 15, Oct 2025
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Laura A. TeKrony and Kannan Srinivasan / X (Kannan Srinivasan)
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors issued an official proclamation observing Diwali, co-sponsored by Supervisor Laura A. TeKrony and Virginia Senator Kannan Srinivasan on Oct. 7.
Supervisor TeKrony, elected in November 2023 to represent the Little River District, announced the co-sponsorship on social media, expressing appreciation for the opportunity to honor the cultural and spiritual significance of the festival.
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“Diwali serves as a beacon of hope, reminding us that light and goodness will always triumph over darkness and evil,” she wrote while thanking a local business, Parul’s Fashion, for assisting her in finding traditional attire.
Senator Srinivasan, who represents Virginia’s 32nd District, shared his participation in the initiative, stating, “As Diwali approaches on Oct. 20 this year, I was proud to join co-sponsor Supervisor Laura TeKrony as the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors marked an official proclamation to celebrate the joyous Hindu festival of lights. May good always triumph over evil!”
As Diwali approaches on Oct. 20 this year, I was proud to join cosponsor Supervisor Laura Tekrony as the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors marked an official proclamation to celebrate the joyous Hindu festival of lights. May good always triumph over evil! pic.twitter.com/TyLOXxoOs4
— Senator Kannan Srinivasan (@Kannanforva) October 15, 2025
The proclamation continues an established tradition in Loudoun County. In 2024, the Board approved a similar resolution recognizing Diwali, citing both the cultural heritage and contributions of Indian American community members to the county.
Previous proclamations have noted that Diwali is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and some Buddhists, and typically includes the lighting of lamps (diyas), festive decorations, prayers, and community gatherings.
Beyond Loudoun County, official recognition of Diwali is gaining momentum across the United States. This year, California declared Diwali a state holiday, becoming the third state to do so after Pennsylvania and Connecticut. The new law allows public schools to close and permits state employees to take the day off in observance of the festival.
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