Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed has given a call to all the Hindus of New Jersey to come forward and wholeheartedly support volunteers making efforts to introduce Diwali as a holiday in New Jersey’s Millburn Township School District (MTSD). Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, in a statement in Nevada today, said […]
Diwali in New Jersey
No Diwali holiday in New Jersey schools, Hindus disappointed
Hindu community feels heartbroken as only two public school districts in New Jersey (USA) out of total over 600 have declared Diwali as a school holiday despite all out efforts by them. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, said that it was not fair with Hindu pupils and their […]
Diwali in Unitarian Church in Summit, New Jersey
The Unitarian Church in Summit, New Jersey, will celebrate Diwali 2012, the Hindu festival of lights, on Sunday, November 11, at its 9:30 and 11:15 a.m. services. The church’s program staff, led by congregational minister Rev. Vanessa Southern, offers the multi-generational services with these words: “Our theme for November is abundance, and it is fitting […]
Diwali as holiday in Edison schools in New Jersey, Hindus ask
Hindus want Edison Township Public Schools (ETPS) in New Jersey (USA) to add Diwali (Deepavali), the most popular Hindu holy day, to the holiday calendar. Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, urging ETPS to announce Diwali as school holiday, said that it was important for Hindu families to celebrate Diwali […]
Hindus want Diwali as holiday in West Windsor-Plainsboro School District in New Jersey, USA
Applauding nearby South Brunswick School District for declaring Diwali as a school holiday, Hindus want West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District in New Jersey (USA) also to add Diwali, the most important Hindu holy day, to the holiday calendar. According to 2011-2012 school calendar, South Brunswick School District schools will stay closed on October 26 (Wednesday) […]
Diwali 2009 Celebrations in New Jersey – Diwali Festival in United States of America
Diwali is the biggest event for the Hindus all over the world. In United States of America, Diwali is celebrated with much gusto. The Indian Association of Bayonne is celebrating the fest for 2009 on October 11. Diwali 2009 event is the 6th annual Diwali- New Year celebration for Indian Association of Bayonne. NJ.com reports: […]