GOPIO CT board member Sonali Gannu speaks at the Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) Indian Festival at Mill River Park in Stamford, Conn. Sunday, Aug. 6, 2023. In collaboration with the City of Stamford and Mill River Collective, GOPIO celebrated the 76th anniversary of India’s independence with a flag-raising ceremony, remarks from local officials, and an afternoon of music, dancing, and food.Tyler Sizemore/Hearst Connecticut Media
STAMFORD — The Connecticut chapter of the Global Organization of People of Indian Origin has joined hands with Stamford City and Mill River Collaborative to host a festival in to commemorate Indian Independence at Mill River Park.
After a flag-raising ceremony at the government center, Mill River Park was the scene of fun and family gatherings, with kite flying, colorful folk and classical — and Bollywood — dances, music and vendors for Indian food, Indian arts and crafts, Indian clothing and other items.