Legislation Details

File #: ID # 20137    Version: 1
Type: Resolution Status: Adopted
File created: 10/2/2026 In control: Township Council
On agenda: 10/7/2026 Final action: 10/7/2026
Enactment date: 10/7/2026 Enactment #: RES 2026-050
Title: Declaring October 2026 as Hindu Heritage Month
Indexes: Commending/Supporting

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Declaring October 2026 as Hindu Heritage Month

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WHEREAS, Hinduism is the third largest religion in the world, with one billion followers/devotees worldwide and approximately three million in the United States; and

WHEREAS, The Hindu Heritage, culture, traditions and values provide their followers invaluable solutions to many of life’s problems & often serve as a source of inspiration, reflection, contemplation for the millions of individuals who look to the teachings of Hinduism for guidance; and

 

WHEREAS, The vibrant Hindu American Community has contributed tremendously to the vitality of the State of New Jersey, Township of South Brunswick and the entire nation by enriching the lives of its citizens; and

 

WHEREAS, During the month of October, the Hindu community across the state of New Jersey, Township of South Brunswick and across our great nation will celebrate its heritage by focusing on its culture and the diverse spiritual traditions rooted in India;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED on this 7th day of October, 2026, by the Mayor and Township

Council of South Brunswick, County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey, that the month of October will be observed as:

“Hindu Heritage Month”

 

The Mayor and Township Council acknowledge the significant contributions made by residents of Hindu heritage to our town of South Brunswick, NJ and by adoption of this Resolution, seek to increase awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the Hindu American community and urge all the citizens of South Brunswick, New Jersey to take cognizance of this event and participate fittingly in its observance.