On hot August afternoon, in the heart of Fremont, in Silicon valley, California, more than 25 floats rolled down on Capitol ave., on a parade to celebrate India’s 68th Independence Day. The event, Festival of India and parade is hosted by Federation of Indo Americans (FIA) of Northern California to celebrate India’s democracy and diversity. This year, the 22nd year of the festivities were celebrated from Aug.15 through Aug.17th. For the many past years, the Festival of India has came to symbolize India’s ancient and rich cultural heritage and diversity. The two days festivities showcases the best of India in San Francisco Bay Area with a fair (mela), health clinics, kids dance and talent programs, and colorful Indian movie dance ...
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BayArea Telanganites’ Telangana Float Wins 1st Prize At India Parade In California!
Telangana float built by Bayarea Telanganites won the first prize in the 22nd Annual Festival of India & Parade 2014, in Fremont, California. The Parade is organized by FIA and the theme chosen for this year’s float is ‘Journey of Telangana!’ Here are some pictures from the event and the trophy!
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