- On the occasion of India's 80th Independence Day, the US states of New York and New Jersey have recognized August 15, 2026, as 'India Day'. Both states have issued official proclamations to this effect.
- New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed a proclamation declaring August 15 as "India Independence Day," while New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill recognized the same day as "Indian Independence Day."
- These state-level proclamations are formal declarations by governors intended to publicly honor a specific day, community, or achievement; however, they do not constitute a declaration of a holiday at the federal level.
- Nevertheless, this recognition of India's Independence Day is considered significant in terms of the contributions of the Indian-American community in the US and the overall India-US relationship.
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