88R15606 CJM-D
 
  By: Jetton H.R. No. 450
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Hindu New Year is being observed on March 22, 2023;
  and
         WHEREAS, An occasion celebrated by Hindus in India and by
  Hindus of other nationalities, Hindu New Year 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 88th Texas
  Legislature hereby recognize March 22, 2023, as Hindu New Year and
  extend to Hindus across the state of Texas sincere best wishes for a
  joyous and memorable celebration.