Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn has once again led the effort to officially recognize Diwali, the Indian Festival of Lights celebrated by more than a billion people worldwide.
The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved Hahn’s motion, marking the fourth consecutive year the County honors the celebration she first introduced in 2022.
“Diwali is significant for thousands of families across LA County, and I think it’s important for government to recognize that,” said Hahn. “And now more than ever, we can find comfort and hope in the defining message of Diwali: light will triumph over darkness and good will triumph over evil.”
Hahn’s district includes Artesia, home to “Little India,” a vibrant hub of Indian-owned shops, restaurants, and cultural centers. She also represents the Radha Krishna Temple in Norwalk—one of the oldest Hindu temples west of the Mississippi River—highlighting the area’s strong South Asian roots.
To mark the occasion, Hahn will join thousands at the annual SoCal Diwali Festival in Cerritos this Saturday, October 11. The event, hosted by the Radha Krishna Temple, will feature music, dance, food, and other traditions that showcase the cultural richness of Diwali.
