Janice Hahn Leads Official Recognition Of Diwali In LA County

India-West Staff Reporter

LOS ANGELES, CA – Supervisor Janice Hahn has once again led the effort to bring Diwali celebrations to Los Angeles County. The Board of Supervisors has unanimously approved her motion to officially recognize Diwali, the Festival of Lights, for the fourth consecutive year.

“Diwali is meaningful for thousands of families across Los Angeles County, and it’s important for the government to recognize that,” Hahn said in a statement.

She added, “I’m proud to have led this effort for our Hindu, Sikh, Jain, and Buddhist communities. More than ever, we can find hope in Diwali’s message—that light will triumph over darkness and good will triumph over evil.”

Hahn first introduced the motion in 2022, when the county marked its inaugural recognition of Diwali. Her district includes Artesia, home to “Little India,” a vibrant hub of Indian-owned shops, restaurants, and community organizations that have long served as a cultural anchor for South Asian Angelenos.