9th
Annual India Independence Day in San Fernando Valley (LA)
on Saturday, Aug 2, 2008.
Los Angeles, July 01, 2008
The Indo-American community of San Fernando Valley has been celebrating
India’s Independence Day on a grand scale since 2000. This
year, the annual celebration of India’s Independence Day
is being organized as a daylong function in Cal State University,
Northridge (CSUN) on Saturday, Aug 2, 2008. We anticipate over
15,000 people from the San Fernando Valley and neighboring areas
to attend the event.
A large number of Indian Americans, estimated to be over 60,000
live in the San Fernando Valley and neighboring areas. The community
has been increasing steadily in the Valley and so have the businesses
to serve the community. The Valley has six temples, many Indian
grocery stores, numerous restaurants, and other businesses serving
the community.
Previous photo at the annual celebration of India’s
Independence Day
The annual event has become a major attraction for the Indian
American community in the Valley. The event also affords an opportunity
for our elected officials to meet our community in the Valley.
A large number of attendees will gather in the evening for the
cultural extravaganza, showcasing India’s culture and heritage
and hear the invited guests. Admission is free and there is ample
parking.
The Association has been planning the annual daylong function
for past 9 years. Over 70 booths will offer a variety of Indian
foods, merchandise and informational services. There will also
be entertainment in the form of classical and modern Indian dancing
and music. A free Health Fair will be conducted till late in the
evening.
The invited guest list includes many prominent elected officials,
several of whom, such as LA County Supervisor Mike Antonovich,
Congressman Brad Sherman, and Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa have
attended the annual celebration more than once. This year too,
we expect some elected officials and prominent people to attend
the event.
