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Georgia officially declares October as 'Hindu Heritage Month'

Published on 29 Sep 2026

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Georgia officially declares October as 'Hindu Heritage Month'
  • Georgia Governor Brian Kemp officially declared October as 'Hindu Heritage Month'.
  • It aims to celebrate Hindu heritage while emphasizing the rich cultural and spiritual traditions of India.
  • It recognizes and appreciates the valuable contributions made by the Hindu-American community in the state of Georgia.
  • Hinduism is accepted as the third largest religion globally, with one billion followers worldwide and about three million followers in the United States.
  • In April 2023, Georgia passed a historic resolution condemning Hinduphobia, making it the first US state to do so.

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