New York, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has lauded diaspora organisation Foundation of Indian Americans New England for its commemoration of India’s Independence Day in Boston, with Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey issuing a special proclamation to mark August 15, 2026, as ‘India Day’ in the state.
The Foundation of Indian Americans New England, led by its president Abhishek Singh, hosted the International India Day Parade and Freedom Festival for the fifth consecutive year in the historic Boston Harbor, on August 9. In a personal message to the organisation dated July 30, Shah said the Indian Independence Day commemoration by FIA New England is a celebration of Indian culture, democratic values and the strong friendship between India and the US. He described the Indian diaspora as not only an ambassador of India’s cultural identity but also a strong representative of India’s economic progress, innovation, investment, and global stature.
He said it is also an important medium for connecting the Indian community living across the globe with its cultural heritage. Shah said India’s cultural heritage, democratic traditions and the ideal of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ continue to convey a message of unity, peace and harmony to the world. The Indian community living abroad is not only enhancing India’s stature through its dedication, talent and values, but also strengthening cultural, economic, and social relations between the two countries, Shah’s message, conveyed in Hindi, said. FIA New England president Abhishek Singh on Friday said the celebration got “significant boost” by the special message for the organisation from Amit Shah.
The Union home minister said India today is establishing a new identity on the global stage based on its rich cultural heritage, democratic values and global engagement.
