Bihar Diwas 2025: Celebrating Heritage, Honouring Achievements

The Bihar Diwas 2025 event in New York celebrated the cultural heritage of Bihar and honoured four Indian-American community members for their contributions, including innovations in IT, finance, leadership, and agriculture. The event was co-hosted by the Indian Consulate, Bihar Foundation USA, and BJANA, fostering ties between the diaspora and their ancestral land.

In New York, the spirit of Bihar's rich culture and heritage was celebrated at the 'Bihar Diwas 2025' event, honouring the contributions of its diaspora. The event, co-hosted by the Indian Consulate, Bihar Foundation USA, and BJANA, highlighted the state's progress and global influence.

Four prominent Indian-American community members received the 'Bihar Vishwa Gaurav Samman' for their significant achievements: Mahesh Kumar for IT advancements, Dr. Abhishek Tiwary for youth empowerment, Sharad Kumar for excellence in finance, and Dr. Prakash Jha for contributions to agriculture.

The celebration also featured a tribute to the late cultural icon Padma Vibhushan Sharda Sinha, alongside performances by young artists. Community leaders urged the diaspora to maintain strong connections between their birthplace and workplace, emphasizing themes of cultural preservation and global collaboration.

(With inputs from agencies.)