On August 25th, thousands rallied to celebrate India's 78th Independence Day in Hicksville, Long Island, New York. The event, featuring 11 floats and cultural performances, celebrated Indian heritage. Seen in the photo singing National Anthem: (from left) Nilima Madan (with mike), Chief Guest Dr Jay Sarkar, Padma Shri Dr Sudhir Parikh, co-President Vimal Goyal, North Hempstead Town Clerk Ragini Srivastava, Grand Marshall Dr Urmilesh Arya, Guest of Honor Shudh Parkash, Bollywood actors Jaya Prada and Neetu Chandra as Grand Marshalls, Oysterbay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Chief Guest Harry Singh, Consul of India Vishal Jayeshbhai Harsh, co-President Deepak Bansal, North Hempstead Town Supervisor Jennifer DeSena.
