Mayor Eric Adams proclaimed August 6, 2025, as Rajasthan Association of North America (RANA) Day. This event highlights RANA's 25-year journey of cultural service and community impact, marking its Silver Jubilee. The proclamation recognizes over 2 million Rajasthani-origin people globally. President Prem Bhandari noted the acknowledgment of the community's cultural and humanitarian efforts. RANA's milestones include four international conventions, a $200,000 World Bank grant for rainwater harvesting, and significant COVID-19 relief efforts in both the U.S. and India. Top city officials attended the ceremony, reinforcing RANA's role in promoting community ties and cultural understanding.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams officially proclaimed August 6, 2025, as Rajasthan Association of North America (RANA) Day, celebrating the significant contributions of the Rajasthani-American community during a historic ceremony at New York City Hall.
The proclamation highlights RANA's 25-year journey of cultural service and community impact, commemorating the organization's Silver Jubilee and recognizing the contributions of over 2 million Rajasthani-origin people globally.
Key highlights of RANA's achievements include hosting four international conventions, securing a $200,000 World Bank grant for a rainwater harvesting project in BITS Pilani, and critical COVID-19 relief efforts in both the U.S. and India.
Top city officials attended the ceremony, including Commissioner Aissata Camara and Deputy Commissioner Dilip Chauhan from the Mayor's Office, who emphasized the organization's role in strengthening community ties and cultural understanding.
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