New Jersey bill to designate the weekend closest to Diwali as "Bandi Chhor Divas Weekend.
This bill designates the weekend closest to Diwali, a Sikh holiday, as "Bandi Chhor Divas Weekend" in New Jersey. Bandi Chhor Divas, meaning "liberation of prisoners day," celebrates the release of Guru Hargobind from prison in the 17th century. The holiday is observed during "Diwali Month," October 15 through November 14. The Governor is requested to issue a proclamation annually to observe this weekend with appropriate activities and programs.
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