US states declare India Day
US states are issuing proclamations recognizing August 15, 2026, as India Day or India Independence Day. Delaware has become the latest state to make such a declaration, joining New York, New Jersey and Massachusetts.
The proclamations honor India’s independence and highlight the cultural, social and economic contributions of the Indian American community. New York Governor Kathy Hochul and New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill had already issued similar recognitions, while Massachusetts also marked the occasion with its own declaration.
Key Events
- Delaware issued a proclamation naming August 15, 2026, as India Day.
- New York Governor Kathy Hochul and New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill earlier proclaimed August 15, 2026, as India Independence Day.
- Massachusetts also issued a proclamation marking August 15 as India Day.
- The declarations emphasize India’s independence and the Indian American community’s contributions to the United States.