The India Day Parade in New York City featured a Ram Mandir float, drawing both celebration and protest. The parade, a yearly event commemorating India’s Independence Day, included celebrities, cultural performances, and over 40 floats representing India’s diverse communities.
India faces a wave of protests following the brutal murder of a Kolkata doctor. Meanwhile, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar visits Kuwait to strengthen bilateral ties, and the annual India Day Parade brings the vibrant Indian community together in New York.
A float depicting a Hindu temple at the upcoming India Day Parade in New York City has ignited controversy, with some groups criticizing it as anti-Muslim and calling for its removal. The float, organized by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America, represents a temple dedicated to Lord Ram, built on a contested site in Ayodhya, India. Critics argue that the float glorifies the destruction of a mosque that stood on the site, while organizers maintain it is a celebration of Hindu faith and identity.
The 42nd Annual India Day Parade in New York City will feature a special tableau depicting the Ayodhya Ram Mandir, with renowned actor Pankaj Tripathi as the Guest of Honour. The parade, scheduled for August 18th, will showcase India’s rich cultural heritage and traditions along Madison Avenue.
