H.R. No. 1228
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Thousands of families of the Hindu faith reside in
House District 26 and throughout the state of Texas, and their
religious traditions add to the rich cultural diversity found in
the Lone Star State; and
WHEREAS, Hindu New Year, an occasion celebrated by Hindus in
India and by Hindus of other nationalities, takes place during the
month of Chaitra, typically between March and April, according to
the Hindu calendar; and
WHEREAS, Hindus from different regions of India observe the
New Year at different times and call it by many names, among them
Varsha Pratipada, Yugadi, Ugadi, Gudi Padwa, Baisakhi, Bihu,
Puthandu, Vishu, Pana Sankranti, and Pohela Boishakh; the Hindu New
Year is commonly associated with spring and is accompanied by
customs that vary from region to region, which include decorating
homes with vibrant flowers, eating special foods, and enjoying
other regional festivities with unique colors, rituals, and music;
and
WHEREAS, Our state is enriched immeasurably by the
contributions of Hindu Americans, a large and multifaceted
population with a lush tapestry of beliefs and practices, and Hindu
New Year is an important and much-anticipated event for Hindus who
call Texas home; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize April 1, 2022, as Hindu New Year and
extend to Hindus across the state of Texas sincere best wishes for a
joyous and memorable celebration.
Jetton
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1228 was adopted by the House on May
23, 2021, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House