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Indian Americans in NY honor Bhagat Singh’s nephew
Jagmohan Singh shared personal stories and insights on Bhagat Singh’s legacy at the New York event.
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Staff Reporter - Tue, 23, Sep 2025
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Indian American community members with Jagmohan Singh / Courtesy: Varinder K. Bhalla
More than 80 Indian Americans gathered in New York to honor Jagmohan Singh, nephew of Bhagat Singh, the freedom fighter who inspired India’s struggle against British colonial rule.
The reception at MINT Restaurant was organized by Varinder Bhalla, chairman and founder of the Coalition of Indian American Associations of New York (CIONY), with support from the American Punjabi Society.
The evening began with a short documentary segment on Bhagat Singh’s life and influence. Originally presented by Riti Sunshine Bhalla in 2010 and produced by Varinder Bhalla, the video had previously aired on several U.S. and European television networks and featured prominent American lawmakers.
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Event sponsor Harry Singh Bolla, who grew up near Bhagat Singh’s ancestral village, delivered the keynote address, reflecting on how the revolutionary’s ideals shaped his own outlook.
In his remarks, Jagmohan Singh, son of Bhagat Singh’s younger sister Bibi Amar Kaur, spoke about dedicating his life to preserving his uncle’s principles. He shared stories from his interactions with Bhagat Singh’s close associates and offered a poignant recollection of the revolutionary’s final days, including his conversations with family before his execution.
Jagmohan Singh speaking at the NY event / Courtesy: Varinder K. BhallaSingh also revealed his personal connection to the independence struggle, recounting that his mother was imprisoned for her activism and that as an infant he spent a year in jail with her.
The program concluded with a question-and-answer session led by Varinder Bhalla. Attendees were particularly moved by Singh’s reflections on Bhagat Singh’s final hours and the ideological rift with his father, who had petitioned for clemency.
The evening left many participants inspired by the enduring relevance of Bhagat Singh’s ideals in contemporary times.
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