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18 NOVEMBER 01, 2024
NYC Mayor Adams hosts 1,000 guests at

Diwali celebrations in Gracie Mansion

This event showcased New York City’s unwavering commitment to inclusivity, ensuring

that all communities are recognized and celebrated

OUR BUREAU
New York City, NY

n October 24th, 2024, Mayor
Eric Adams welcomed more
Othan 1000 guests to a lively
reception celebrating Diwali at Gra-
cie Mansion. This significant event
provided a wonderful opportunity for
various communities to unite in cele-
bration of the Festival of Lights, a key
festival in Indian culture.
The celebration also featured sev-
eral Indian vendors who highlighted
the richness of Indian culture. Ven-
dors such as Vadilal Industry USA,
managed by Ashwin Pandya, Ice Gola
Express by Ankit Gandhi, and Suman
Munjal Past president of New York
Chapter, President Rakesh Bharga-
va, Tejal Raval, Nina Vyas, Anil NA-
RANG along with Indira Daga from
World Vegan Vision, showcased a
wide array of flavors and experiences
for attendees.
Mayor Eric Adams underscored
the significance of celebrating diversi-
ty and nurturing a sense of belonging
within New York City, stating, “Diwa-
li is a time for joy, illumination, and
unity. This celebration brings together
individuals from various backgrounds
to embrace cultural diversity and
strengthen our community. We are
privileged to host this event and share
the spirit of Diwali with all New York-
ers.”
A prominent highlight of the Indian vendors. His proactive efforts forts of the mayor’s office staff, the attendees’ understanding of the ad-
evening was the participation of the were crucial in fostering a smooth event was meticulously organized, vantages linked to plant-based eating.
World Vegan Vision, established collaboration that ensured the partic- emphasizing the significance of vegan- Overall, the event not only cele-
by H.K./ Malti Shah and facilitated ipation of these vendors in the Diwali ism in promoting health, sustainability, brated vegan cuisine but also served
by Vice Chairman Satish Karnidkar. festivities. and compassion. Every dish served as a platform for advocacy, education,
They generously provided delicious This recent event, focused on was plant-based, reflecting the orga- and community engagement, making
plant-based vegan mithai (sweets) a vegan theme, was a remarkable nization’s core values and inspiring a lasting impression on participants.
and savory treats, aligning perfectly gathering that underscored the com- guests to consider adopting a vegan The Diwali reception at Gracie
with the event’s theme of promot- mitment to plant-based living. The in- lifestyle. Mansion symbolized unity, fostering
ing environmental sustainability and volvement of the World Vegan Vision Nitin Vyas also delivered im- intercultural understanding and re-
plant-based lifestyles. Organization, represented by their pactful remarks about veganism’s spect. This event showcased New York
Nitin Vyas, the Public Relations Global Public Relations Director, Ni- benefits for community health and City’s unwavering commitment to
Director, played a pivotal role in con- tin Vyas, greatly enriched the occasion. environmental preservation. His in- inclusivity, ensuring that all commu-
necting the mayor’s office with the Thanks to the collaborative ef- sights played a vital role in enhancing nities are recognized and celebrated.

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