New Jersey AJR37 designates the second weekend in April as "Vaisakhi Weekend" to honor the Sikh community.
New Jersey AJR37 designates the second weekend in April of each year as "Vaisakhi Weekend" to celebrate the Sikh community. Vaisakhi, a significant Sikh holiday, originated in 1699 when Guru Gobind Singh unified Sikhs. It marks formalized traditions of the faith, including the establishment of the Khalsa. Sikhs often celebrate by attending gurdwaras and participating in langar, a free community meal. The resolution requests the Governor to issue an annual proclamation and encourages public officials and citizens to observe the weekend with appropriate activities.
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