The Keystone State has gained a new official holiday. On Monday, Governor Josh Shapiro signed Senate Bill 402 into law, officially recognizing Diwali as a state holiday. Diwali, also known as the festival of lights, is a five day event, and is one of the most popular holidays in South Asian culture. The holiday celebrates light over darkness, and good over evil. This year, Diwali will be celebrated from October 29th through November 3rd, with the main festival day falling on October 31st.
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