IACFNJ to Celebrate India’s Independence Day with Patriotic Festivities in Somerset on August 16

Photo Credit : Indo-American Cultural Foundation of Central Jersey

Somerset, NJ – August 5, 2025:
The Indo-American Cultural Foundation of Central Jersey (IACFNJ) will host a vibrant community celebration in honor of India’s 78th Independence Day on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at the Shree Swaminarayan Temple (Vadtal Dham), 1667 Amwell Road, Somerset, NJ 08873. The event will begin at 11 a.m. and is free and open to the public, welcoming residents from across Somerset, North Brunswick, South Brunswick, and surrounding areas.

The celebration promises a lively atmosphere with patriotic and cultural dance performances, live singing, a DJ, children’s games, henna tattoos, and more. Local and state elected officials are expected to attend and address the gathering as the community unites to commemorate India’s journey to independence and its vibrant heritage.

This year’s event also highlights IACFNJ’s continued commitment to youth and education. In 2025, the foundation awarded seven scholarships to graduating seniors from North Brunswick and South Brunswick High Schools, recognizing their academic excellence and merit. Two of the scholarships were presented at North Brunswick High School’s Senior Awards Night in memory of Murthy Yerramilli, a longtime trustee, and Sunil Shah, the organization’s late treasurer. The awards were presented by Darshan Shah (son of Sunil Shah), Dr. Tushar Patel (President of IACFNJ), along with Mahendra Patel and Dimple Patel, at ceremonies held on June 3 and June 11, 2025.

For over two decades, IACFNJ has played a key role in fostering Indian culture in Central Jersey, organizing some of the region’s most well-attended events such as Navratri Garba, spring festivals, holiday parties, summer picnics, and Independence Day celebrations. With growing support from the younger generation, the foundation continues to expand its impact across the South Asian community.

Looking ahead, the foundation’s next major celebration will be its annual Navratri Garba in September 2025, with details to be announced soon.

For more information, visit www.IACFNJ.org or contact info@iacfnj.org / iacfnj@yahoo.com.
For direct inquiries, reach out to Dr. Tushar Patel, President of IACFNJ, at 848-391-0499.