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Sandy Springs Mayor Recognizes Diwali Day
An Indian holiday, Diwali is known as the Festival of Light, which symbolizes good over evil.
Along with today -- Wednesday, Nov. 11 -- marking Veterans Day, the date also marks Diwali Day in India.
Diwali is known as the Festival of Light, which symbolizes the victory of dharma (good over evil), and is one of the most important festivals of the year for Hindu diaspora.
Sandy Springs Mayor Rusty Paul paid a visit to the Indian Consulate, which is located in Sandy Springs, and presented the Consul General of India in Atlanta, Nagesh Singh, with a proclamation recognizing the occasion.
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Following, they enjoyed a holiday tradition - enjoying sweets, a custom shared with family, friends and neighbors.
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