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New York Consulate celebrates

GUJARAT and MAHARASHTRA Day

OUR BUREAU
New York, NY

he Consulate General of India in New York
held celebrations on the occasion of Gujarat
Tand Maharashtra Day. Ambassador Vinay
Mohan Kwatra praised the contributions of the di-
aspora as the living bridge, strengthening the bilat-
eral ties between India and the US.
In a post on X, the Consulate General said that
Former Union Minister Suresh Prabhu praised the
role of the two States in India’s growth and devel-
opment.
Sharing further details, the Consulate General
noted that Ambassdor Kwatra honoured several
personalities during the event.
“Ambassador honored Suresh Prabhu, Hemant
Marathe, Mayor West Windsor, Pulkit Desai, May-
or Parsippany -Troy Hills, Falu Shah- Grammy
Award winner, Archana Joglekar - Actress, Pooja celebration of the rich history, vibrant culture and and the well-being of its people.
Jhaveri - Actress and Hardik Chauhan - Gujara- remarkable spirit of Gujarat. The state has made In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, “Heartfelt
ti Folk Singer for their contributions in different an outstanding contribution to India’s progress. greetings to all my brothers and sisters in Maha-
fields”, the post said. The dynamic and enterprising nature of the people rashtra on the occasion of Maharashtra Day. Ma-
It thanked the Gujarati Associations of North is noteworthy. May Gujarat continue scaling new harashtra has a long and glorious history of social
America, the Federation of Indian Associations heights of progress in the coming times,” said PM awakening, rich cultural traditions, and leadership
and other community organisations for making the Modi on X. in diverse fields.”
occasion a grand success. He also extended greetings on the occasion of May 1 is celebrated as the foundation day of
Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had Maharashtra Day and lauded the state’s rich cul- Maharashtra and Gujarat, commemorating the
greeted the people of Gujarat, asserting that the tural heritage and significant contributions to the establishment of the two states. Gujarat and Ma-
day is a celebration of the rich history, vibrant cul- nation’s development. harashtra were formed in 1960, following the di-
ture and remarkable spirit of Gujarat. He highlighted Maharashtra’s legacy in fields vision of the state of Bombay after the passage of
“Warm greetings to the people of Gujarat on like literature, music, cinema, industry and educa- the Bombay Reorganisation Act, which came into
the special occasion of Gujarat Day. This day is a tion, and wished for the state’s continued progress effect on May 1, 1960.

SAWAO celebrates International Women’s Day

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New York, NY
he South Asian Women’s Or-
ganization (SAWAO) marked
TInternational Women’s Day
with an inspiring event celebrating
the achievements and resilience of
women in the community.
The event featured keynote
speakers, panel discussions, and many individual supporters, as well
cultural performances, highlighting as our dedicated committee members
themes of empowered. whose hard work ensures the success
SAWAO founded in 2015 by Su- of every event.
hag Mehta with just 15 members, has SAWAO is dedicated to creat-
grown into a vibrant nonprofit com- ing an inclusive platform that brings
munity of 211 members and is proud- Day, Holi celebrations, talent shows, partners, including Navika Group, people together, encourages partic-
ly registered under 501(c)(3). Over picnics, Christmas parties, and gala Eastend Management, Dunkin’ Do- ipation, and fosters personal growth
the past two years, SAWAO has suc- dinners. nuts, Indo American Senior Group, across all age groups. We strive to
cessfully organized a variety of events, SAWAO extended sincere grat- Shriniketan Foundation, Arti Foun- build a strong sense of community,
including Women’s Day, Mother’s itude to our generous sponsors and dation, Parker Jewish Institute, and connection, and cultural engagement.

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