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FIA-New England to host India Day Parade
The free public event will mark India's 79th Independence Day with floats, performances and community participation in Boston.
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Staff Reporter - Fri, 07, Aug 2026
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Poster of the event. / Handout
The Foundation of Indian-Americans (FIA)–New England will host the fifth International India Day Parade in Boston on Aug. 9 to commemorate the 79th anniversary of India's Independence.
The event will begin at Christopher Columbus Park, 100 Atlantic Ave., and is expected to draw community members, elected officials, veterans, first responders and visitors from across New England.
Held under the theme, 'Festival of Freedom & U.S.-India Friendship,' the parade will feature 15 floats and cultural performances, with participation from community organizations and members of the Indian American community across the region.
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The event's grand marshals are Col. Inder Preet 'IP' Singh, a recipient of the Yudh Seva Medal and military veteran, and Maggie Lehman, a U.S. Navy intelligence specialist. Raghuram S. Sastry, India's first consul general in Boston, will attend as the chief guest.
During a joint planning meeting, FIA-New England Executive Director Deepak Rathore said this year's parade will be the largest edition of the event, highlighting freedom, democracy, cultural diversity and the partnership between India and the United States.
Organizers also acknowledged Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey for issuing a proclamation designating Aug. 15, 2026, as 'India Day' in Massachusetts for the fifth consecutive year. FIA-New England said the annual proclamation recognizes the contributions of the Indian American community to the state.
Following the parade, celebrations will continue at Christopher Columbus Park with a ceremonial flag hoisting, cultural performances by dance and music groups, community and nonprofit exhibits, a vendor marketplace and an Indian food festival featuring cuisine by The Treasury Restaurant of Burlington, Massachusetts.
Organizers said food gift cards and giveaways will also be available for parade participants, registered children and senior citizens.
Admission to the event is free and open to the public.
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