India’s 80th Independence Day was celebrated with various events throughout the New York tri-state area. A standout event took place in New Jersey, where a world record was achieved. Additionally, a parade in Queens featured New York City’s Indian-origin mayor, Zohran Mamdani, participating in the festivities.
Saturday’s event was attended by members of the Indian-American community, elected representatives and business and community leaders.
“The event was a memorable expression of India-US friendship and of the Indian-American community’s enduring contribution to bringing the two nations and their peoples closer together,” a media statement by the organisers said. “Through its contributions across business, technology, healthcare, education, science, public service, arts and culture, the Indian-American community continues to enrich American society while strengthening ties with India,” it said.
US senators, governors, lawmakers, cities and towns also hailed the contributions of the Indian-American community to the country’s economic, cultural and educational life and highlighted the strong bilateral relationship.
