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FIA Chicago celebrates 75 years of Indian

Independence as Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav

cited and looking forward to FIA annual India day events. Aparna Chakravarty, Mrs India Worldwide
Parade and celebrating Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav”, 2ndRU will be joining the Chicago Kali Bari colorful
said Rakesh Malhotra, President of the Federation float to reflect the spirit of community and festivity.
of Indian Associations, Chicago To engage the young students, a poster and
FIA has been organizing these events for the painting contest on the theme of “My Idea of India”
past forty years here in Chicago, in which the spirit of is being organized so that the younger generation
the freedom movement, honor to the martyrs, and can express their impression and vision of India.
their vow to develop India can be experienced. “It Likewise, a “Rangoli Making” competition for all
is important to make the new generation aware of age groups has also been organized. Participation
India’s freedom struggle and the contributions made in these contests is free and entries can be submitted
by the freedom fighters to get India its indepen- digitally. FIA Chicago proudly shares that all plaques
dence. Our goal is to inspire the young generation and trophies to be given during its annual India@75
OUR BUREAU to connect with their roots, values, and rich heritage Gala are handmade in India by Tribal from the State
and work hard to make India Vishwa Guru Again”, of Chhattisgarh.
Chicago, IL
said Rakesh Malhotra, President of the Federation. Federation of Indian Associations, Chicago
ederation of Indian Association, Chicago is Miss India Worldwide Khushi Patel has been invit- will be also releasing India@75 souvenir on this
celebrating 75 years of Independent India ed to India Day Parade. Indian diaspora living from momentous occasion to commemorate the glory of
Funder the banner of “The Azadi Ka Amrit Chicago land are excited about participation in the India. “Souvenir will capture iconic moments that
Mahotsav”. Independence Day is always memora- Grand Parade. Multiple community-based organiza- shaped India”, informed Rakesh Malhotra. Young
ble – the day to rejoice in the glory of what India has tions representing various Indian states like Bengal, students, women and professionals are amongst the
been able to achieve and to remember the contri- Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Chhat- contributors.
butions, battles, and sacrifices of all the people who tisgarh, Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Federation of Indian Associations (FIA), Chi-
helped achieve it. During the past 75 years, India has and Kerala will be showcasing their decorative cago is the largest non-profit Indian American orga-
emerged as a mature democracy. This is very special floats during the grand parade to commemorate 75 nization. It was established in 1980 to primarily serve
for all of us as INDIA completes 75 years of inde- years of Independence. Consul General of Chicago the community and promote and educate Indian
pendence. FIA celebrations include the grand India Amit Kumar, US Congressman Danny Davis, Con- Cultural Heritage while making meaningful con-
Day Parade at the Devon Ave, Chicago on Saturday, gressman Raja Krishnamurthy, Congressman Brad tributions to America’s growth. More than 50 Illi-
6th August at 11 pm. The Indian National flag ris- Schneider, Alderman Debra Silverstein, Alderman nois-based community organizations and nonprofits
ing will be on 15th August at the prestigious Daley Shweta Baid, Prominent Community leaders includ- are members of the Federation. Besides engagement
Center in Chicago Downtown, and there will be a ing Dr Bharat Barai, Dr Darshan Sigh Dhaliwal, Mr with various organizations across Chicago land, the
patriotic Gala Banquet on Friday, 12th August to Santosh Kumar, Executive Director MAFS , Dr. FIA also takes a lead role in bringing the commu-
commemorate and recognize the people who have Ram Chakroborty, founder of Chicago Kali Bari nity together to celebrate various events of histori-
been serving the community selflessly. “The entire and Mrs. Smita Shah President & CEO of Spaan cal importance to both the United States and India.
Indian diaspora living the United States is very ex- Tech. are likely to attend the FIA India@75-day --Asian Media USA

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