SR0545 102ND GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Hinduism is the third largest religion in the world with more than one billion followers worldwide, six million in the United States, and over 250,000 in Illinois; and

WHEREAS, Illinois is proud of its rich cultural history and the many people who call our state home; and

WHEREAS, Illinois is home to a vibrant Hindu community that has established 38 temples in Illinois, with the largest being the Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago that hosts many significant cultural events for the community throughout the year; and

WHEREAS, Hindu Americans have made significant contributions across all fields, including science, education, medicine, law, politics, business, culture, sports, and more; and

WHEREAS, Hindu heritage, culture, traditions, and values have enriched our great state; and

WHEREAS, During the month of October 2021, the Hindu community across the State of Illinois and across our nation will collectively celebrate Hindu heritage; and

WHEREAS, Hindu Heritage Month provides an opportunity to focus on Hindu culture and its diverse spiritual traditions rooted in India; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED SECOND GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we declare October of 2021 as Hindu Heritage Month in the State of Illinois and extend greetings and best wishes to all those observing October 2021 as Hindu Heritage Month.