NEW YORK, NY (TIP): The NYC Department of Correction (NYCD) Desi Society and the LiveOnNY organization partnered to host a vibrant and successful Diwali celebration on Friday, October 24, 2025, bringing together city officials, esteemed community leaders, essential workers, families and friends from all over New York to celebrate the Festival of Lights. The festive event, held at the iconic Gujarati Samaj Hindu Community Center in Fresh Meadows, Queens, celebrated the spirit of Diwali—the triumph of light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance—with over 250 guests in attendance.
NYS Assemblywoman Jenifer Rajkumar, NYS Assemblyman Ed Braunstein, NY Senator John Liu, NYC Councilmember Sandra Ung, Judge Frances Wang and Deputy Consul General from Indian Consulate all came out to support the Diwali Celebration.
The evening served as a vital opportunity to connect and honor community heroes, their families, and as well as it highlighted the impact of organ and tissue donation, especially in the South Asian Communities. It was powerful and emotional to hear stories from families impacted by organ donation.
The event honored the dedication of Desi public servants while fostering stronger ties between law enforcement and the South Asian population in New York City.
“Diwali is a time for family and community. We are incredibly proud to partner with LiveOnNY and the Gujarati Samaj to bring this beautiful celebration to life,” said Dr. Mariam Singh.
Attendees enjoyed a festive atmosphere, which included traditional music and a magnificent spread of authentic Indian cuisine.
The collaboration with **LiveOnNY**, an organization dedicated to organ and tissue donation awareness, underscored the theme of generosity and giving back to the community.
“We were honored to join the NYCD Desi Society for such a meaningful celebration,” said Dunesh Kaur, South Asian Community Liaison for LiveOnNY. “Diwali’s message of hope and life aligns perfectly with our mission. We thank the Desi community for their incredible hospitality and for helping us share our message of saving lives through organ donation.”
The event successfully created a platform for professional networking and cultural exchange, setting a positive precedent for future collaborations between the organizations.
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