NYC Hosts Grand 'India Parade Day

NYC hosted the world's largest ‘India Parade Day’ for Independence Day

41st parade began at 12pm on 38th Street and Madison Avenue

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Attendees: guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, actors Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Jacqueline Fernandez, NYC Mayor Eric Adams

The parade was organized by Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) organized since 1970, representing Indian diaspora

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The theme for the parade aligned with PM Modi's “Mission Life,” promoting global eco-friendly actions

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Past parades featured stars like Arjun Rampal, Abhishek Bachchan, Rana Daggubati, Tamannaah Bhatia, Raveena Tandon

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