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  • INYANA Launched to Empower & Uplift Indian and Nepali Youth in America

    INYANA Launched to Empower & Uplift Indian and Nepali Youth in America

    Prominent Indian and Nepalese leaders joined hands to launch the Indo-Nepal Youth Association of North America (INYANA) to shape a shared future for the next generation. Invited by INYANA Founder Nishant Garg, BJP leader Shri Tarun Chugh performed the founding ceremony.

    FOREST HILLS,  NY (TIP):  In a historic celebration of cross-cultural collaboration and youth empowerment, the Indo-Nepal Youth Association of North America (INYANA) was officially launched on August 23 in New York City, marking the start of a bold movement to unite and uplift Indian and Nepalese youth across the continent.

    The importance of the new initiative was underlined by the presence of  Tarun Chugh, National Secretary of India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), who was invited by INYANA’s Founder Nishant Garg to perform ribbon-cutting. The founding ceremony saw active participation from leaders in both the Indian and Nepalese diasporas, including prominent figures from the Nepalese associations of America, further reinforcing the new body’s mission of inclusive growth and joint celebration.

    Besides Nishant Garg, INYANA’s Board includes Pradip Shrestha, President of the Greater New York Nepali Chamber of Commerce, Deepak Shrestha, Shailendra Shrestha, and Lakpa Wanomo Tamang.

    Tarun Chugh commended the INYANA initiative as a “powerful platform to build bridges and strengthen the Indo-Nepal voice in the diaspora.” Commending Nishant Garg’s initiative, he noted that the involvement of Indian youth overseas reflects India’s growing influence and underscores their pivotal role in the nation’s transformative journey. Amit Taneja, a BJP leader from Punjab, accompanied Chugh.

    At the launch, Tarun Chugh was joined by Nishant Garg, founder of INYANA, and Nepalese diaspora leaders, including Pradip Shrestha, President of the Greater New York Nepali Chamber of Commerce.

    Nishant Garg, a successful entrepreneur, recent appointee to the CTIA (RLSQ) Leadership Council, and founder of the Telecom Institute of New York (T.I.N.Y.) and Delta Enterprise USA, in his address at the launch, said, “INYANA is more than an organization, it’s a movement. A movement to inspire, uplift, and unite Indo-Nepal youth to be proud of who they are and to lead with purpose on the global stage.”

    INYANA: Vision That Goes Beyond Borders

    INYANA has been established to empower the next generation of Indian and Nepalese youth across the US and Canada through cultural celebration, leadership development, mentorship, and collaborative community service. It aims to create a future where youths in America from the two neighboring countries grow up with pride in their heritage, strength in their unity, and access to opportunities that help them thrive personally, professionally, and culturally.

    (L to R): Tarun Chugh, National Secretary of India’s ruling BJP party, Pradip Shrestha, President of the Greater New York Nepali Chamber of Commerce, and Nishant Garg, founder of INYANA.

    INYANA will serve as a vehicle for positive transformation by

    • Promoting Unity: Strengthening ties between Indian and Nepalese youth through collaborative cultural, educational, and social initiatives.
    • Celebrating Culture: Hosting festivals, artistic showcases, and heritage events that amplify Indo-Nepal traditions.
    • Recognizing Excellence: Honoring achievements in academics, expression of the arts, entrepreneurship, and community leadership.
    • Empowering Youth: Offering mentorship, scholarships, and resources to support students, differently-abled youth, and young professionals.
    • Advancing Representation: Elevating Indo-Nepal voices across education, politics, business, and civic life.

    The Road Ahead: Building with Purpose

    INYANA’s next phase of development includes:

    • Establishing local chapters in universities and major cities
    • Partnering with U.S. authorities to formalize its nonprofit structure
    • Launching national programs in mentorship, entrepreneurship, and leadership
    • Facilitating networking between Indo-Nepal professionals and students
    • Creating platforms for youth to engage in service, storytelling, and advocacy.

    Whether you are a student, entrepreneur, artist, educator, or simply someone who believes in unity and empowerment, INYANA welcomes all to become part of this growing family.

    To learn more & get involved, contact Nishant Garg, INYANA Founder, Office Ph: 844-631-8469 and follow Garg on this LinkedIn Handle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-garg-delta/

  • Jaipur Foot USA Explores options to hold limb fitment camps to help soldiersand civilians injured in Russia-Ukraine conflict

    Jaipur Foot USA Explores options to hold limb fitment camps to help soldiersand civilians injured in Russia-Ukraine conflict

    NEW YORK (TIP):  Amid the ongoing Ukraine war, Jaipur Foot USA is looking at possibilities to hold limb fitment camps for needy soldiers and civilians injured in the conflict, a PTI report says. Jaipur Foot USA Chairman Prem Bhandari along with Joint Secretary, Jaipur Foot USA Nishant Garg met the Consul General of Ukraine in New York Oleksii Holubov on Tuesday, May 4. They also met New York City’s Commissioner for International Affairs Edward Mermelstein, Deputy Commissioner- Trade, Investment and Innovation for New York City Mayor’s Office for International Affairs Dilip Chauhan and General Counsel for the Mayor’s Office for International Affairs Sarah Friedman. During the initial meeting, Bhandari raised the issue of the possibility of organizing Jaipur Foot camps to help soldiers and civilians injured in Ukraine war.

    Bhandari said that given the current circumstances that may make holding camps in Ukraine difficult, the organization will explore options to hold a pilot project for such camps in countries neighboring Ukraine such as Poland. To a question from The Indian Panorama, if the Jaipur Foot USA will provide their services to Russian soldiers and civilians, too, Mr. Bhandari said their organizations believes in serving all people in need of their services.

    To another question whether the limbs will be provided free or at a cost, Mr. Bhandari said that the organization has been providing artificial limbs free of cost. “Since 1975 we have not charged even 10 cents from anyone”, he said.

    He said he discussed the proposal with Padma Bhushan awardee D R Mehta, the founder and chief patron of Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayata Samiti (BMVSS), the parent body of Jaipur Foot USA. So far, over 1.90 million beneficiaries of BMVSS have been fitted/provided with Jaipur Foot limb, calipers, and aids and appliances in India as well as in 33 countries of Asia, Africa, and Latin America, including through 85 international camps.

    Bhandari said that in line with the Indian philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam – the World is One Family – Jaipur Foot believes in this philosophy and inculcates it in its mission of helping those in need.

    Jaipur Foot has zero per cent administrative cost, he said, adding that “BMVSS is a secular, non-religious, non-governmental, non-political, non-sectarian, non-regional and not for profit charitable organization set up to help the physically challenged, particularly the financially weak and underprivileged.”

  • Jaipur Foot USA Explores options to hold limb fitment camps to help soldiers, civilians injured in Russia-Ukraine conflict

    Jaipur Foot USA Explores options to hold limb fitment camps to help soldiers, civilians injured in Russia-Ukraine conflict

    May 4, 2022

    NEW YORK (TIP):  Amid the ongoing Ukraine war, Jaipur Foot USA is looking at possibilities to hold limb fitment camps for needy soldiers and civilians injured in the conflict, a PTI report says.

    Jaipur Foot USA Chairman Prem Bhandari along with Joint Secretary, Jaipur Foot USA Nishant Garg met the Consul General of Ukraine in New York Oleksii Holubov on Tuesday, May 4.

    They also met New York City’s Commissioner for International Affairs Edward Mermelstein, Deputy Commissioner- Trade, Investment and Innovation for New York City Mayor’s Office for International Affairs Dilip Chauhan and General Counsel for the Mayor’s Office for International Affairs Sarah Friedman.

    During the initial meeting, Bhandari raised the issue of the possibility of organizing Jaipur Foot camps to help soldiers and civilians injured in Ukraine war.

    Bhandari said that given the current circumstances that may make holding camps in Ukraine difficult, the organization will explore options to hold a pilot project for such camps in countries neighboring Ukraine such as Poland.

    To a question from The Indian Panorama, if the Jaipur Foot USA will provide their services to Russian soldiers and civilians, too, Mr. Bhandari said their organization believes in serving all people in need of their services.

    To another question on whether or not the limbs will be provided at a cost or free, Mr. Bhandari said the limbs are provided absolutely free. “Since 1975, we have not charged even 10 cents”, Mr. Bhandari said.

    The organization has been providing artificial limbs at zero  cost to those in need, including children affected by armed conflicts.

    He said he discussed the proposal with Padma Bhushan awardee D R Mehta, the founder and chief patron of Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayata Samiti (BMVSS), the parent body of Jaipur Foot USA.

    So far, over 1.90 million beneficiaries of BMVSS have been fitted/provided with Jaipur Foot limb, calipers, and aids and appliances in India as well as in 33 countries of Asia, Africa and Latin America, including through 85 international camps.

    Bhandari said that in line with the Indian philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam – the World is One Family – Jaipur Foot believes in this philosophy and inculcates it in its mission of helping those in need.

    Jaipur Foot has zero per cent administrative cost, he said, adding that “BMVSS is a secular, non-religious, non-governmental, non-political, non-sectarian, non-regional and not for profit charitable organization set up to help the physically challenged, particularly the financially weak and underprivileged.”