2017-K61

Commemorating the 68th Anniversity of the ratification of India's Constitution

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2017-K61



Assembly Resolution No. 61

BY: M. of A. Weprin

COMMEMORATING the 68th Anniversary of the
ratification of India's Constitution, and observing
Thursday, January 26, 2017, as Republic of India Day

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
pay just tribute to the cultural heritage of the ethnic groups which
comprise and contribute to the richness and diversity of the communities
of the State of New York; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in keeping with its
time-honored traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
commemorate the 68th Anniversary of the ratification of India's
Constitution, in conjunction with the observance of Republic of India
Day, which occurred on Thursday, January 26, 2017; and

WHEREAS, The people of this great State and Nation are proud of the
Indian community and enjoy a deep and abiding relationship rooted in
their culture; and

WHEREAS, India earned its independence from Great Britain through
civil disobedience and peaceful demonstration serving as a model for
social movements in the State of New York and around the globe; and

WHEREAS, Republic of India Day serves as an important milestone for
the spread of democracy abroad and enfranchised an entire subcontinent
of people; and

WHEREAS, New York State is blessed with many citizens of Indian
descent; they are distinguished by their excellence and their
contributions to all fields of endeavor; and

WHEREAS, Furthermore, Republic of India Day allows those with Indian
heritage to remember their ethnic and cultural roots; and

WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to commemorate
those events of significance which add strength, vigor, and inspiration
to the cultural diversity and quality of life in the communities of this
great Empire State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 68th Anniversary of the ratification of India's
Constitution, in conjunction with the observance of Republic of India
Day, which occurred on Thursday, January 26, 2017.

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  • 27 / Jan / 2017
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  • 30 / Jan / 2017
    • ADOPTED

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