FRANCE 24 EnglishZohran Mamdani makes history as New York City’s first South Asian mayor • FRANCE 24 English

Zohran Mamdani’s election as New York City’s next mayor marks a historic first for South Asians in the United States. His campaign – drawing on his family’s roots in India – emphasized returning power to the people, tackling socio-economic inequality, and honoring the city’s multi-faith identity. Some have even compared the young politician’s rhetoric to that of Indian independence leader Jawaharlal Nehru. Olivia Salazar-Winspear reports.
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