India Collection Of Books Launched At Parsippany Library

India-West Staff Reporter

EDISON, NJ – The Global Organization of People of Indian Origin-North Jersey chapter, in partnership with the Indian Consulate, New York, and with support from local groups like Parsippany Rotary International and Heart and Hand for Handicapped, launched the India Collection of Books at the Parsippany Library in New Jersey on September 29.

The event was inaugurated by Pragya Singh, the Indian consul for Visa and Community Affairs, who emphasized the Consulate’s commitment to supporting local Indian organizations. Many books were provided by the Indian Consulate and supplemented by community donations, including new titles and rare classics.

Library president Melisa Kuzma welcomed the donation of diverse books and announced a Diwali celebration in October. Mayor Barberio noted the contributions of Indian Americans in Parsippany and appreciated the positive response to the India Initiative at the library.

GOPIO International chairman Thomas Abraham noted that GOPIO chapters have launched the India Collection of books at libraries in Norwalk, Stamford, Edison, Queens, and Long Island.

New Jersey commissioner Upendra Chivukula encouraged Indian Americans to engage in local politics for greater representation. Former Telangana Minister Ponnala Lakshmaiah shared his journey from working in a library at age six to donating his autobiography to the Parsippany Library.

Rajendar Dichpally, director, Gandhian Society and program co-chair Santosh Peddi, president of Parsippany Rotary International also spoke on the occasion.