A virtual meeting was held where Deputy Commissioner of International Affairs Dilip Chauhan introduced and welcomed all the participants. Mr. Nitin Mathuria, representing the Aditya Birla Group (ABG) of companies, presented details about ABG’s global presence and its
commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. He then introduced the Eternal Gandhi Project, an ABG initiative focused on establishing museums worldwide to showcase the life and legacy of Mahatma Gandhi. Mr. Mathuria expressed ABG’s strong interest in partnering with NYC to bring a museum to the city.

The NYC representatives, including Commissioner of Cultural Affairs Laurie Cumbo, Deputy Commissioner of Cultural Affairs Alton Murray, Commissioner for International Affairs Edward Mermelstein, and Deputy Commissioner for International Affairs Dilip Chauhan, were
enthusiastic about the proposal. Deputy Commissioner Murray provided valuable insights into the procedures for establishing such a venture in NYC. Commissioner Cumbo expressed her excitement and offered guidance on potential collaborations with other organizations and city agencies. She also extended an invitation to Mr. Mathuria to visit NYC for further discussions and site visits to similar cultural institutions.
Commissioner Mermelstein highlighted successful past projects where NYC played a facilitating role.

Building on this positive momentum, an in-person meeting is now planned for April 2024 between the Gandhian Society, ABG representatives, and NYC officials. This meeting will focus on developing a concrete action plan for establishing the Gandhi Museum in New York City.

The meeting was attended by Bhadra Butala, founder of Gandhian Society, Mahesh Wani, Secretary of Gandhian Society, Brijesh Kachalia, and Sravan Natakala, directors of Gandhian Society.

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Dr. Shah has led The Rockefeller Foundation, a philanthropy whose mission is to promote the well-being of people around the world, since 2017.

Before joining the foundation, Dr. Shah was the founder and managing partner of Latitude Capital, a private equity firm focused on infrastructure and energy projects in Africa and Asia. From 2009 to 2015, Dr. Shah served as head of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). In that role, he served on the National Security Council, led the U.S. responses to the 2010 earthquake in Haiti and the 2014 West African Ebola pandemic, and secured bipartisan support for the passage of the Global Food Security Act and the Electrify Africa Act. Before joining USAID, Dr. Shah served as chief scientist and undersecretary for research, education, and economics at the United States Department of Agriculture, where he created the National Institute for Food and Agriculture. Earlier in his career, Dr. Shah was a director at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, where he created the International Financing Facility for Immunization.

Dr. Shah is a graduate of the University of Michigan, the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, and the Wharton School of Business. He served as a distinguished fellow in residence at Georgetown University and has received the Secretary of State’s Distinguished Service Award and the U.S. Global Leadership Award.

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Diwali, the Indian festival of Lights, traditionally symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. However, Diwali at Times Square,2023, emphasized the importance of illuminating the inner self and promoting unity, enlightenment, love, peace, and harmony to create a more peaceful world. “The festival prioritized including children and teaching them to be responsible citizens, compassionate individuals, and good neighbors. Recognizing America as a nation of immigrants, the event aimed to unite people from diverse backgrounds, focusing on education to foster unity and diversity,” said the Founder of Diwali at Times Square, Neeta Bhasin.

KIA America, the presenting sponsor of Gopi Diwali at Times Square, proudly shares its support for this vibrant event. “Diwali’s core values of balance, harmony, and joy are mutual guiding principles of Kia’s ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy, which takes inspiration from the contrasts found in nature and humanity,” said Steven Center, COO & EVP, of Kia America. “That’s why Kia is proud to participate as presenting sponsor of Diwali in Times Square and recognize the festival of lights.“

The title sponsor of this year’s festival was Gopi, a family-run dairy company from California, serving the South Asian community for over a decade. Annie Keropian-Dilsizian, Marketing Manager for Gopi, expressed the significance of such a historic event and the importance of spreading the universal message of peace and love through Diwali, the festival of light, knowledge, family, and food.

The event featured an awards segment to recognize individuals who have made substantial contributions in their respective fields. Neera Tanden, Director of the US Domestic Policy Council, was honored with the “Woman of the Year Award in Public Service,” and Shailesh Jejurikar, the COO of Procter and Gamble, received the “Man of the Year in Private Service.” Assemblywoman Jenifer Rajkumar, instrumental in establishing the NYC school holiday and a strong supporter of Diwali at Times Square, was presented with the Samman Award.

The “Light Up Concert” featured Bollywood sensation Mika Singh, Indian American singer Shuba, and local talent, making it a musical spectacle. The event showcased the city’s vibrant cultural diversity and celebrated individuals who have left an enduring impact on society.

A R Helping Hands Diwali at Times Square is an annual event that celebrates Diwali with grandeur, bringing together people from diverse backgrounds to embrace unity in diversity, honor outstanding achievements, and celebrate the festival of lights.

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