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Hindus of Dallas host reception for newly elected officials
Infrastructure, economic development, public safety, and inclusive city-building were discussed.
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Staff Reporter - Sat, 30, Aug 2025
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Leaders and community members gather for a group photo / Courtesy photo- Hindus of Dallas
The Hindus of Dallas hosted a civic reception on Aug. 28 to honor newly elected and re-elected city officials from across the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex.
The event brought together city mayors, council members, and ISD trustees, alongside more than 40 members of the Hindu American community representing cultural organizations, temples, businesses, and youth groups.
The evening began with a keynote address by Pankaj Kumar, who congratulated officials on their electoral victories and emphasized the inclusive values of Hindu philosophy, the growing civic role of Hindu Americans, and the shared commitment to serving the greater good.
Guests and participants of the event / Courtesy photo- Hindus of Dallas City leaders highlighted their priorities and praised the engagement of the Hindu American community. McKinney Mayor Bill Cox said the collaboration would strengthen local communities, while Garland Mayor Dylan Hedrick noted its alignment with the city’s longstanding diversity goals.
Coppell Council Member Ramesh Premkumar urged attendees to “give back” through civic service, and Plano Council Member Bob Kehr stressed his city’s commitment to welcoming diversity. Frisco Council Member Burt Thakur highlighted the cultural and economic contributions of Hindu Americans.
The evening also included the celebration of Raksha Bandhan, observed as a day of unity. Bindu Patel tied rakhis to officials, underscoring mutual respect and protection.
Celebration of Raksha Bandhan / Courtesy photo- Hindus of Dallas
Discussions during the reception centered around shared priorities including infrastructure, economic development, public safety, and inclusive city-building. Monga, a community leader with over four decades of service, expressed appreciation for the officials’ engagement and reaffirmed his commitment to collaboration. Senior leader Gitesh Desai added that Hindu Americans would continue serving the broader Texas community “in every capacity.”
In his closing remarks, Mahesh Chamaria said the event marked the beginning of a meaningful civic partnership between city leadership and the Hindu American community.
“This is not just another event—it marks the beginning of a meaningful civic partnership between our cities and the Hindu American communities across the DFW Metroplex. Together, we aim to enrich the neighborhoods we call home,” Chamaria said.
The program also highlighted the next generation of Hindu American youth, who emceed the event and shared reflections on their lived experiences as second-generation Americans. The evening concluded with a vote of thanks and a pledge to foster ongoing collaboration between civic leaders and the Hindu American community.
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