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Chicago seniors' group marks 18th anniversary
USPC's next major event, its annual program, is scheduled to take place on June 13.
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Staff Reporter - Mon, 08, Jun 2026
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USPC members at the Mother's Day Program. / United Senior Pariwar of Chicago
The United Senior Pariwar of Chicago (USPC), a nonprofit that serves and supports older adults, primarily within the Indian and South Asian diaspora, marked its 18th year of service to the community with a Mother's Day program last month.
The program began with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony conducted by Rameshbhai Chokshi, Virendrabhai Patel, Bhanubhai Vyas, Kanubhai Patel, Pradumnabhai Pathak, Smitaben Pathak and Manubhai Patel. Kiritbhai Pandya recited mantras during the ceremony
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USPC president Rameshbhai Chokshi and operating branch advisor Virendrabhai Patel addressed attendees and provided information about the organization's annual program scheduled for June 13.
Members and guests who are born in the month of may celebrated their birthday by singing a birthday song and giving giving. / United Senior Pariwar of ChicagoA cultural segment included a recitation of the Hanuman Chalisa by four-year-old Krishiv Gupta, son of Varunbhai Gupta and Sivaniben Gupta.
Krishiv Gupta recited Hanuman Chalisa / United Senior Pariwar of Chicago
Senior member Pradumnabhai Pathak delivered a presentation on Mother's Day and discussed aspects of United States history. The program also featured performances by Jyosanaben Chokshi, Dipeshbhai Modi, Smitaben Sutaria and Neetaben Shah.
During the event, Kiritbhai Pandya expressed appreciation to the Swaminarayan Temple for its continued support of the organization and its activities.
Pradhyman and Smita Pathak addressing the gathering / United Senior Pariwar of ChicagoFounded approximately 18 years ago, USPC was established to provide opportunities for social interaction and community engagement among senior members of the Indian diaspora. The organization currently has 371 members and conducts monthly gatherings featuring cultural, educational and social activities.
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