Archive · 15 Aug 2026
Amit Shah lauds Boston diaspora India Day celebration
India became an independent country on August 15, many years ago.
Indian people who live in the United States celebrate this special day every year.
This year, a group called the Foundation of Indian Americans New England planned a big parade in Boston.
The parade had colorful floats, music, and lots of happy people.
The governor of Massachusetts, Maura Healey, said August 15 will be called 'India Day' in her state.
Amit Shah, an important leader from India, sent a message saying he was very proud of the celebration.
A famous tall building in Boston called the Prudential Center was lit up in India's colors.
The celebration shows how India and the United States are good friends.
Boston celebrated this special day for the fifth year in a row.
This year also honored 80 years since India became independent.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah lauded FIA New England's commemoration of India's Independence Day in Boston in a personal message dated July 30.
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey issued a special proclamation marking August 15, 2026, as 'India Day' in the state for the fifth consecutive year.
FIA New England hosted the International India Day Parade and Freedom Festival at Boston Harbor on August 9.
The Prudential Center in Boston was illuminated in Indian tricolour hues for the first time, marking the 80th anniversary of India's Independence.
The parade featured colorful floats, a cultural program, veterans, first responders, and an American Veterans' and Marathi 'Dhol-Tasha' band.
- Who
- Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, FIA New England president Abhishek Singh, Consul General of India in Boston Raghuram S., and the Indian-American community across New England.
- What
- Amit Shah lauded FIA New England's commemoration of India's Independence Day, marked by the International India Day Parade and Freedom Festival in Boston and an 'India Day' proclamation by Governor Maura Healey.
- When
- The parade was held on August 9; India Day was proclaimed for August 15, 2026; Amit Shah's message was dated July 30.
- Where
- Boston Harbor, Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
- Why
- To celebrate India's Independence Day, showcase Indian culture and heritage, and honor the friendship and shared values between India and the United States.
- Event
- International India Day Parade and Freedom Festival
- Organizer
- Foundation of Indian Americans (FIA) New England
- Parade Date
- August 9
- India Day Proclamation
- August 15, 2026, in Massachusetts
- Consecutive Years
- Fifth
- Amit Shah's Message Date
- July 30
- Grand Marshals
- Colonel Inder Preet Singh and Maggie Lehman
- Landmark Illumination
- Prudential Center lit in Indian tricolour for the first time