Indo American Senior Citizens Association, Jersey City celebrated America’s 249th Anniversary of Independence

Flag hoisting

JERSEY CITY  (TIP): Indo American Senior Citizens Association, Jersey City celebrated America’s 249th anniversary raised the American Flag with the blessings to all Americans God Bless America under the exceptional leadership of our Chairman Hon. Jatinder Bakshi Ji, President Dipak Valsadia, Stage Director Dinesh Pandya, Secretary Haren Acharya, VP Rashesh Shah, VP Kamlesh Patel, along-with the entire ECM as well as members of the Center.

More than 300 plus Senior Citizens attended the celebration.

It was an extraordinary celebration. The function was a memorable occasion.

A group of attendees after the flag hoisting

The function was attended by a number of dignitaries and  community leaders. They included the following:

  • Hon. Sheriff Frank Schallari,
  • State Senator Hon. Raj Mukherji,
  • Mr. Ravi Bhalla ji, Mayor Hoboken, NJ
  • Hon. Commissioner William O’Dea.
  • Vice Chairman Kitri (Kenny) Desai
  • Trustee Onkar Singh Ji,
  • Trustee Balvant Patel,
  • Prominent Physician
  • Dr. Manmohan A. Patel,
  • Dr. Sanjiv Parikh,
  • Dr. Jayesh Patel,
  • Indira Daga, Arjumand Juweria, Women Empowerment Coordinator and other dignities.

The Elected officials have promised to help the Center with all the possible assistance with government grants for the new dream building available for the nonprofit Senior Citizen Centers from the Federal, State and Local Governments.

Indo American Senior Citizens Association Chairman Sardar J.S. Bakshi (extreme left) with Hoboken Mayor Sardar Ravi Bhalla and Sardar Harvender Pal Singh.

Our two bright children Durga Aindri Ankum and Vaibhav Kumar Ankum children of Vinay Ankum sang the American national Anthem.

The entire event was sponsored by our Chairman Jatinder Bakshi.

The Breakfast and Lunch was sponsored by Bakshi & also Sapthgiri Restaurant of Jersey City, NJ.

The food was absolutely delicious and delightful, and it was heartwarming to see everyone enjoying themselves. The cultural programs were particularly inspiring, especially the performances by our disabled participants, showcasing the spirit of inclusion and unity.

Now, let’s channel this incredible energy and dedication into our ambitious dream project: the new building for the Senior Citizens Association. Together, we can turn this vision into reality and continue to make a meaningful impact in our community.

Our next event to be celebrated is  August 15, 2025 –India’s Independence Day. It will be celebrated on Saturday, August 16, 2025.

Please note the location: Senior Citizen Center 3359 Kennedy Blvd., Jersey City, NJ 07306

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