Our Bureau
Edison, NJ
The Uttar Pradesh Federation of North America (UPFNA) organized a grand and dignified celebration of “Holi Milan & Mother’s Day” on May 10, 2026, at Parlor Banquet, New Jersey. The event brought together families, community leaders, distinguished guests, and members of the Indian diaspora in an atmosphere filled with culture, tradition, joy, and togetherness.
The celebration beautifully blended the vibrant spirit of Holi with the emotional warmth of Mother’s Day, creating a memorable and heartfelt occasion for the community.
The Chief Guests for the program were:
– Hon. Adrian O. Mapp, Mayor of the City of Plainfield, New Jersey
– Padma Khanna, renowned Indian Bollywood actress, dancer, and director
The event received active support from several prominent community organizations and leaders.
Notable contributors included:
– Sanjay Gupta, President, VHP America
– Archana Sharma, UPAGP
– Tribhuvan Singh
– Raj Tiwari
The cultural program featured colorful performances, music, dance, poetry, and heartfelt tributes dedicated to mothers. One of the most emotional and memorable moments of the evening was a surprise video presentation created by children for their mothers. The touching messages filled the hall with emotion and appreciation.
This special initiative required tremendous effort from the organizing team, especially Mr. Sandeep Anand Rai, who transformed the raw video clips into a beautifully presented tribute. Special thanks were also extended to all those who coordinated with fathers and families to collect personalized messages and make the surprise truly memorable for every mother present.
The program was successfully coordinated by Mr. Prashant K. S. Dikshit, Chairman and Founder of UPFNA. The event was gracefully conducted by Mrs. Neeta Tyagi, whose presence added warmth and elegance to the celebration. The vote of thanks was delivered by Mr. Amit Gupta, President – New Jersey, UPFNA, in the esteemed presence of Trustees Dr. Shiv Shahi and Mr. Amit Kumar.
The program also received active support from the following office bearers:
– Alpana Singh – Vice President, New Jersey
– Alpana Pathak – Secretary, New Jersey
– Saurabh Gupta – Treasurer
Addressing the gathering, the leadership of UPFNA emphasized the importance of preserving Indian culture, strengthening community bonds, and encouraging youth participation in cultural and social activities.
The evening concluded with heartfelt appreciation for all volunteers, sponsors, performers, and attendees whose collective efforts made the celebration a grand success.
For more information about upcoming events and initiatives, please visit the UPFNA Official Website: www.upfed.org
