Indian Consulate in Chicago celebrates 75th Republic Day of India

January 29, 2024

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Consul General of India in Chicago Somnath Ghosh stands at attention to sing the Indian national anthem Jan. 26, 2024, after hoisting the flag. PHOTO: Chicago Indian Consulate

India’s Consul General Somnath Ghosh unfurled the National Flag, followed by everyone joining in to sing the National Anthem of India. He then read out the address of the President of India, Droupadi Murmu.

Prominent Indian Americans and elected leaders joined India’s Consul General in Chicago Somnath Ghosh Jan. 26, 2024, to celebrate India’s 75th Republic Day. PHOTO: Indian Consulate

Consul General Ghosh also spoke about the India-US strategic partnership and the valuable contributions of the Indian diaspora.

The program was attended by State Senator Ram Villivalam, Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas, and prominent Indian Americans.

Illinois State Senator Ram Villivalam speaking at the Jan 26, 2024, Republic Day of India at the Chicago Consulate. PHOTO: Indian Consulate

Illinois’ Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas, speaking at the Jan 26, 2024, Republic Day of India at the Chicago Consulate. PHOTO: Indian Consulate

A cultural program was also part of the celebration where Hindustani classical instrumentalist Souryadeep Bhattacharya played the Sarod accompanied by Tabla player Arun Sabapathy.

Above and below: Cultural entertainment was part of the Republic Day celebrations held at the Indian Consulate of Chicago Jan. 26, 2024

It also included an Odissi dance performance by Colin Mascarenhas and Neeti Sabarwal from Aikyam Odissi Dance Collective Chicago. In addition, patriotic songs were sung by Ishaan Ahmed and Nalini Parikh.