6 Governors, 22 Mayors join record US Diwali celebrations

Governors of Idaho, Nebraska, Montana, North Dakota, and Washington hosted first-ever Diwali events at State Capitol Rotundas and Governors' Mansions, organised with India's Consulate General in Seattle. Twenty-two Washington cities held ceremonies in City Council Chambers. USPS also unveiled a new Diwali Forever stamp. Celebrations run through November 10, closing with Oregon's Governor in Salem.