India's glorious cultural diversity is spectacularly displayed on the streets of New York as more than 50 groups of proud Indian-American citizens dance exuberantly to Indian tunes as they walk down Manhattan’s Madison Avenue adorned in vibrant traditional attires, exhibiting our motherland’s rich heritage. People are seen carrying placards and banners appreciating the Indian government's historic commitment towards sustainability while the streets are adorned in tricolour echoing with patriotic chants of “Jai Hind” and “Vande Mataram”
The India Day Parade is a vibrant celebration of Indian culture, where floats adorned with diverse symbols and traditions make their way through the bustling streets of New York bringing together people from various states, including Indo-Americans and Indian immigrants. The floats, accompanied by captivating dance performances, serve as a kaleidoscope of visual splendor, showcasing the rich tapestry of India's heritage. With vibrant slogans, banners, and placards, the parade creates an immersive experience that captivates the audience's attention while truly embodying the essence of India, leaving a lasting impression on all who attend.
The India Day parade goes all out to celebrate the incredible flavors of Indian cuisine with more than 45 booths and food courts buzzing with excitement and flavor. People from all over the USA along with corporate brands from various industries, like banking, media, entertainment, fashion, and more, come together to showcase their incredible products and services. This year, the spotlight on promoting millet cultivation and consumption as they celebrate Millet Year 2023, through Indian milk-based booths which not only offer delicious ready-to-cook and ready-to-eat premixes, but also showcase the cultural and culinary richness of India.
FIA celebrates the flavor of Indian Culture in USA. One particular arena where Indian culture takes a prominent role is dance which is fantastic expression of free will, energy and emotion, and Indian dances are able to exude these characteristics wonderfully. There is also a great cultural background behind each dance; regional and linguistic differences make individual dances unique and a spectacle to be seen. A cultural program event is followed in the evening where separate section area with stage setup is allotted after finishing the parade, featuring Indo - American Children's talent with their distinguished performances inspires many to preserve and foster Indian culture in an international setting.
