In a historic turn, Zohran Mamdani, a progressive New York State Assemblyman and son of filmmaker Mira Nair, has taken the lead in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary, heading into the ranked-choice round. Backed by grassroots support and strong turnout from younger and immigrant voters, Mamdani’s campaign has defied expectations positioning him as a serious contender in one of America’s most watched races.
For the Indian diaspora, his rise represents a powerful intersection of culture, activism, and public service.
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