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Indian Sarees Showcase Textile Heritage at New York Times Square
People gathered in New York’s Times Square to celebrate Indian sarees.
Women and girls wore sarees from many parts of India.
These included Assamese weaves, Lucknow Chikankari, Banarasi silk, and Kanjeevaram sarees.
Participants danced, played music, took photographs, and shared stories about their clothing.
Men also joined the celebration wearing dhotis.
The event showed how clothing can help people stay connected to their heritage.
Speakers said sarees support artisans and traditional weaving.
The celebration ended with a walk through Times Square, bringing families and supporters together.
The third annual “Saree Goes Global” event took place at Times Square in New York.
Women and girls from the diaspora displayed sarees representing regional Indian weaves and craftsmanship.
The program featured music, dance, a saree ramp walk, a flash dance, and a Saree Walkathon.
Messages from officials highlighted cultural heritage, inclusion, artisans, and sustainable handloom traditions.
Several women, including Shaila Rizvi and Mysha Rizvi, were honored for their professional contributions.
- Who
- Women, girls, families, supporters, and members of the Indian diaspora participated, with support from Uma Global and invited officials and performers.
- What
- The third annual “Saree Goes Global” event celebrated India’s sarees, regional textiles, cultural heritage, and community connections.
- Where
- Times Square in New York City.
- When
- The event was held on Sunday; the articles do not provide a specific date.
- Why
- It was organized to celebrate Indian heritage, textile diversity, cultural pride, inclusion, and the contributions of women and artisans.
Key facts
- Organizer
- Uma Global, a New York-based philanthropic organization
- Edition
- Third annual “Saree Goes Global” event
- Location
- Times Square, New York City
- Featured textiles
- Assamese weaves, Lucknow Chikankari, Banarasi silk, and Kanjeevaram sarees
- Activities
- Music, dance, a flash dance, a saree ramp walk, and a Saree Walkathon
- Honorees
- Shaila Rizvi and Mysha Rizvi were among the women recognized
- Cultural message
- Speakers described the saree as a living legacy connected to Indian art, traditions, artisans, and sustainable handloom practices
Quotes
Kathy Hochul
Governor of New York, whose message was read at the event
“Through diversity and inclusion programming, corporate consulting, and mentorship opportunities, Uma helps businesses and individuals create and accomplish their goals. When we empower professionals of all genders and backgrounds to succeed, we help build a future that works for all of us.”
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Rajlakshmi Appasaheb Kadam
Consul Trade at the Consulate General of India in New York
“It is a timeless unstitched drape that honours our heritage, empowers local artisans through sustainable handloom traditions, and evolves with modern fashion while preserving the rich storytelling of our ancestors across generations.”
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Dr Rita Kakati-Shah
President of Uma Global
“Seeing Times Square filled with women and girls proudly showcasing the extraordinary diversity of India's weaves was incredibly special. It was also wonderful to see the men proudly joining us in their 'dhotis'. Saree Goes Global is about much more than what we wear. It is about confidence, heritage, connection, and creating a space where cultures and communities can be celebrated together.”
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