Hundreds of people celebrate Diwali in Newington

Hundreds of people celebrate Diwali in Newington

Diwali, the largest Hindu holiday, is being celebrated by families across Connecticut this week and it’s the first time it’s being recognized by the state. About 1,900 people attended BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Newington for Diwali celebrations on Monday and Tuesday, according to temple leaders. The holiday is celebrated by millions of Hindus, Buddhists and Sikhs in India and across the world, but Connecticut hasn’t recognized Diwali until…