'Spindle India' celebrates the 12th Annual India Festival in Wisconsin, USA

An effort to showcase Hindu culture

Admired by the political leaders

Bharat Prasad, Arnab Bag, Aparna Bag, Mary Jo Thompson, Lord McEwan, Purnima Nath, Shubhra Prasad, and Ashita Verma

Milwaukee (USA) – The 12th Annual India Festival was recently celebrated in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, organised by ‘Spindle India’, a cultural organisation. To commemorate India’s 78th Independence Day, the festival commenced with the worship of Deity Ganesh and the hoisting of the Indian National Flag, in the presence of prominent members of the Hindu community. The national anthems of both India and the United States were sung, followed by patriotic songs and cultural performances. This information was shared by Purnima Nath, the founder of ‘Spindle India,’ with ‘Sanatan Prabhat.’ The festival was held on 24th August 2024.

1. Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers officially declared 15th August 2024, as ‘India Day’.

2. Several dignitaries admired the celebration of the India Festival in Wisconsin. Among those taking note of the event were, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow, Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson, and Brookfield Mayor Steven Ponto.

3. US Congressman Glenn Grothman, Administrative Officer Vinod Gautam, Waukesha County Chairman James Heinrich, Republican Party Congressional District 4 Chairman Robert Spindell, and Wisconsin State Senator Duey Stroebel were present at the event.

4. All attendees appreciated the Hindu community in Wisconsin and expressed gratitude for their invaluable contributions to the United States.

Hindu community displaying National Flag

5. Since 2013, ‘Spindle India’ has been showcasing Indian culture, heritage, and civilization through its events, earning appreciation from dignitaries.

6. The Consul General of Bangladesh, Monir Choudhury, and the Consul General of Nepal, Marvin Brustin, also sent their best wishes and greetings for the festival.

Such festivals will help dispel misconceptions about Indian culture in the US : Purnima Nath

Purnima Nath, the founder of ‘Spindle India’, stated that the national flags of India and the United States were hoisted at the festival, symbolising the strong relationship, love, and respect between the two countries. This also encourages stronger cooperation between the nations. Unfortunately, there is still little awareness of Indian culture in the US. Hindu Dharma, with its features of research, innovation, inclusiveness, tolerance, and the world’s oldest living civilization, has not yet been fully accepted. Misconceptions about India and Indian culture still exist among the Americans. Events like this help to break down such barriers.

‘@SpindleIndia‘ celebrates the ’12th India Festival Wisconsin’ in America.

Such festivals will help dispel misconceptions about Indian culture in America. – @PurnimaNath

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— Sanatan Prabhat (@SanatanPrabhat) September 3, 2024

Editorial Perspective

Congratulations to ‘Spindle India’ ! This effort to preserve and promote Hindu culture even beyond the seven seas is commendable. Such organisations are the true strength of Hindu Dharma.