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'What Diwali means to me' – Henricoans of Indian descent explain the significance of a holiday sparkling with religious observances, culinary treats and tradition

Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights, takes place this weekend. It is one of India’s most significant festivals, celebrated for thousands of years. The U.S. Census estimates that the Indian population in Henrico County totals 16,149 residents – almost 5% of the county’s total population – with the