# Four US states mark August 15, 2026 as India Day

2026-08-13T04:25:39+00:00 | World & Diplomacy | Indian Opinion Desk

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Delaware has become the latest US state to issue a proclamation declaring August 15, 2026, as 'India Day', joining New York, New Jersey and Massachusetts. The proclamation was signed by Delaware Governor Matthew Meyer, who noted that the state's growing Indian American community has enriched Delaware through work, leadership and service. New York Governor Kathy Hochul and New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill had earlier recognised the date as 'India Independence Day' across their states. The proclamations come as India prepares to celebrate its 80th Independence Day. The Economic Times reports that US landmarks such as the Empire State Building and Space Needle are lit in Indian tricolour every year for the occasion.

## Coverage

- hindustantimes.com <https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-news/us-states-issue-special-proclamations-to-commemorate-august-15-2026-as-india-day-101786593410547.html>
- economictimes.indiatimes.com <https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/india/us-states-issue-special-proclamations-to-commemorate-august-15-2026-as-india-day/articleshow/133197374.cms?UTM_Sourceu003dGoogle_Newsstandu0026UTM_Campaignu003dRSS_Feedu0026UTM_Mediumu003dReferral>
- timesofindia.indiatimes.com <https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/from-new-york-to-delaware-us-states-to-commemorate-india-day-on-august-15/articleshow/133197798.cms>

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