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IOC (USA) Holds High-Level National

Meeting; Reaffirms Commitment to

Democracy, Unity, and National Expansion

NEERAJ DHAR
Long Island, NY
he Indian Overseas Congress (IOC) USA
successfully convened a high-level national
Tmeeting, bringing together senior leadership
and members from across the United States. Par-
ticipants traveled from multiple states and regions,
reflecting the organization’s growing momentum,
unity, and collective commitment.
The meeting was inaugurated by Mohinder
Singh Gilzian, President of IOC USA, who wel-
comed attendees and expressed deep appreciation
for their dedication and continued efforts. A moment
of silence was observed in memory of the late Har-
bachan Singh, honoring his contributions and legacy.
Leaders representing chapters from Punjab,
Haryana, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, as well as
Indiana, California, Texas, Maryland, New Jersey,
New York, Washington, D.C., Michigan, and Illi-
nois addressed the gathering. They emphasized the
importance of grassroots mobilization, organiza-
tional discipline, and coordinated strategic action.
Particular focus was placed on upcoming electoral gathering via Zoom, delivering a message of urgen-
efforts, including the Kerala Assembly Elections cy and resolve: “We are at a critical juncture where
2026, with a strong call for unified, ground-level the values of democracy, freedom, unity, and diver-
engagement. sity must be actively defended and strengthened.
In his keynote remarks, Mohinder Singh Gil- While challenges continue to grow globally and in
zian described the moment as pivotal: “This is a India, it is our collective responsibility to rise above
defining time that demands unity, discipline, and divisions and work toward inclusive progress.”
decisive action. IOC has grown into a strong and He commended IOC USA’s expansion and
vibrant force across the United States. It is now called for stronger leadership development across
our collective responsibility to expand further, key regions, urging members to move beyond dis-
strengthen our structures, and actively contribute cussion toward execution, outreach, and meaning-
to safeguarding democratic values. The energy and ful engagement with diverse communities.
commitment shown by members here today is a Senior leadership reaffirmed the organization’s
powerful reflection of the path ahead.” commitment to democracy, freedom, unity, and in-
George Abraham, the Vice-Chairman, also clusivity, emphasizing the importance of engaging
addressed the gathering, highlighting the orga- diverse communities and promoting social harmo- President of the Telangana Chapter; Phuman Singh,
nization’s evolution: “What began as an idea has ny during a time of global and national challenges. Chairman of the Punjab Chapter; Rajeev Mohan,
today evolved into a global movement spanning 32 The meeting concluded with the adoption of General Secretary; Gurpreet Singh Sabi, Chair-
countries. IOC USA has been a trailblazer, setting a resolution expressing gratitude to President Mo- man of the Haryana Chapter; Choudhary Pratap
standards and leading from the front. The commit- hinder Singh Gilzian for his dynamic leadership Singh, President of the Maryland Chapter; Pavan
ment shown by members traveling from across the and tireless service to the organization. Darsi, Chairman of the Andhra Chapter; Srinivas
country is a testament to the strength of this move- The meeting saw participation from a wide Bhimneni, President of the Andhra Chapter; John-
ment. The time now is to build on this momentum cross-section of IOC USA leadership, including son Myalil, President of the DC Chapter; Nikhil
and take it to the next level nationally.” John Joseph, Vice President; Baldev Randhawa, Thagadur, Former Chairman of the Membership
Pradeep Samala, Working President, em- Vice President; Leela Maret, Chairperson of the Committee; Imran Pasha, President of the New
phasized the need to expand the national team, Women’s Cell; Joshua Jayasingh, Treasurer; Gur- York Chapter; Minaj Khan, Secretary of IOC USA;
strengthen leadership structures, and enhance co- meet Singh Gill, President of the Punjab Chapter; and Jaswinder Singh Kang, Secretary of IOC USA.
ordination across all chapters. He outlined a stra- Amar Singh Gulshan, President of the Haryana The meeting concluded with a renewed sense
tegic vision to grow both national and state-level Chapter; Sharath, General Secretary; Sophia Shar- of purpose and urgency, as members collectively
chapters across the United States, with a focus on ma, General Secretary; Sandeep Vangala, General reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the
sustained community outreach and membership Secretary; Ajay Goud, Chairman of the Member- organization, expanding its reach, and working co-
expansion. ship Committee; Gurinderpal Singh, General Sec- hesively to advance the shared vision of democratic
Sam Pitroda, Global Chairman, addressed the retary of the Punjab Chapter; Rajeshwar Reddy, progress and inclusive growth.

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