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New York Senate passes Holi resolution
CGI New York thanked Sen. Jeremy Cooney for recognizing the contributions of the Indian American community state.
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Staff Reporter - Sat, 07, Mar 2026
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Sen. Jeremy Cooney / X
The New York State Senate adopted a resolution celebrating Holi, the Hindu festival of colors, during the week of the festival.
The resolution was introduced by Sen. Jeremy Cooney, an immigrant from Kolkata, India. It recognizes the significance of Holi and its message of friendship, goodwill and the triumph of good over evil.
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Speaking in support of the measure, Cooney said the festival marks renewal and community.
“It’s my pleasure to speak in support of the resolution recognizing and celebrating Holi,” Cooney said in a video posted on X. “Holi, known as the Festival of Colors, signals the coming of spring, celebrates vibrancy, promise and the possibility that the season brings.”
This week I was honored to help recognize Holi with a Senate Resolution. Grateful for the opportunity to highlight this vibrant holiday and share my AAPI heritage with a tradition that brings our community together. pic.twitter.com/fxxgh6CVh9
— Senator Jeremy Cooney (@SenatorCooney) March 6, 2026
He noted that the festival is celebrated around the world, including in New York.
“As many of you know, our AAPI community is the fastest growing population in the state and throughout our nation,” he said. “Meaning more and more South Asians and Hindus are choosing New York to call home.”
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Cooney said the resolution recognizes that growth and the values associated with the festival.
“Today’s resolution is about marking the progress of that growth and celebrating the love, happiness and freedom that Holi represents,” he said.
Reflecting on the personal meaning of the festival, he added: “As an immigrant from Kolkata, India, Holi is one of the times of year that makes me feel more connected to my heritage and to my culture.”
In a post on X, Cooney wrote, “This week I was honored to help recognize Holi with a Senate Resolution. Grateful for the opportunity to highlight this vibrant holiday and share my AAPI heritage with a tradition that brings our community together.”
Celebrating Holi – the Festival of Colors.
— India in New York (@IndiainNewYork) March 7, 2026
The New York State Senate adopted a resolution celebrating Holi, introduced by Senator Jeremy Cooney.
The resolution recognizes the significance of Holi and its message of friendship, goodwill, and the triumph of good over evil.
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The Consulate General of India in New York welcomed the resolution and thanked Cooney for introducing it and recognizing the cultural traditions and contributions of the Indian American community in New York state.
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