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Greenburgh New York - Greenburgh welcomes our first Hindu Temple on Saw Mill River Road 01 January 2024 ( news )
Greenburgh , state New York ( By Press Release office)
Jan 01,2024
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Greenburgh celebrates our diversity . We welcome the new Hindu Temple to our community and are thankful that Greenburgh was chosen as the location for their Temple
EXCITING NEWS - - GREENBURGH CELEBRATING OPENING OF REGIONS NEW HINDU TEMPLE ON JANUARY 1 , 2024
Very exciting news . Greenburgh , a community that celebrates our diversity , is excited to announce the opening of a new Hindu Temple which will join other places of worship in our town . The Hindu community has contributed to the prosperity of our town . It is important that we encourage our Hindu neighbors to enjoy their culture and religious activity under a roof of this new temple . The temple highlights what a welcoming community Greenburgh is .
Durga Temple is proud to celebrate a grand opening of a new Hindu Temple in the Town of Greenburgh at 1880 Saw Mill River Road on January 1 , 2024 .
The temple will be dedicated to reinforcing Hindu way of life , which emphasizes: non violence , equality , respects diversity and compassion to all living beings . "
The Hindu community in Westchester County has witnessed substantial
growth over the past two decades . According to the latest census data ,
It has emerged as the largest subgroup within the Asian American
community , approximately 5 percent of the entire Westchester
population and possibly even more within the town of Greenburgh .
Notably active in community engagement , the Hindu community ' s vibrancy
was evident during a Diwali event held at the county executive office ,
where representatives from at least 20 community organizations were
present . Greenburgh , in particular , stands out as a hub for Hindu
celebrations , hosting a variety of festivals throughout the year , with
Holi and Diwali being the most prominent . Additionally , two towns
within Greenburgh , namely Edgemont and Ardsley , have officially
recognized Diwali in their schools . Greenburgh was the first town in Westchesterto open up a cricket field - - a sport many residents who are involved inthe Hindu community participate in .
The establishment of the Durga Temple in Greenburgh was a
decision influenced by its strategic location , catering to a sizable
Hindu population in both Greenburgh and Westchester County as a whole .
This temple , a testament to the dedicated efforts of volunteers ,
serves not only the spiritual needs of the Hindu community but also
extends its services to the broader community . Notably , It was
completed in record time .
Durga Temple addresses the unmet spiritual needs of the Hindu
community , it signifies a significant milestone for Greenburgh . The
The community , collectively thrilled about this development , shares in the
excitement . The strategically positioned Durga Temple is not
just a place of worship; it ' s a symbol of unity and cultural richness
for both the Hindu and wider communities in Westchester County
PAUL FEINER
Greenburgh Town Supervisor
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