Congresswoman Grace Meng Praises India as a Great Democracy

Consulate General of India celebrates India’s 72^ndIndependence Day

NEW YORK CITY(TIP): India’s 72^ndIndependence Day was celebrated by a very large gathering at the Indian Consulate in New York on August 15.

Congresswoman Grace Meng was the chief guest. Also present were Assemblyman David Weprin, New Jersey Senator Vin Gopal, Bollywood actor Anupam Kher, and a couple of other politicians and officials, besides a large number of Indian Americans.

Consul General Sandeep Chakravorty hoisted the Indian National Flag to the singing of the Indian national Anthem.

Consul General read out Indian President’s address to the nation and offered his congratulations to the gathering on the historic day. He spoke briefly about the achievements India has made in its 71-year journey as a democratic nation.

Congresswoman Grace Meng in her brief address, spoke of the greatness of India as a democratic nation and praised the contribution of the Indian American community in “so many ways”.

Anupam Kher spoke feelingly about India, emphasizing the opportunities the country offers to all to grow.

Speeches were followed by a cultural presentation, which included a Kathak presentation.