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Four US states mark August 15, 2026 as India Day
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…
The Story in Brief
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.
The Indian Opinion
These proclamations are welcome but largely symbolic gestures by state governors, not federal policy. They happen every year and reflect the growing political visibility of the Indian-American community rather than a shift in US foreign relations. The real test will be whether more states join in and whether such recognition translates into stronger bilateral ties on trade, immigration, or defence. Will any governor go beyond a certificate and introduce diaspora-friendly legislation? That number will settle the question.
Sources (3): hindustantimes.com, news.google.com, timesofindia.indiatimes.com
This story was synthesised by AI from the 3 sources linked above.
Updated: this story now draws on 3 sources.
