Vibrant Colors Take Over Richmond Hill: The 38th Annual Phagwah Parade On Sunday, March 29, the streets of Richmond Hill, Queens, were transformed into a sea of pink, purple, and green as the community gathered for the 38th Annual Phagwah Parade. Marching down
Get ready to step into the world of splendor with NYCD Desi Society's Royal Desi Gala - A Night of Maharajas and Maharanis! See Picture Gallery for this event!
Annual Turkey & Food Giveaway – South Ozone Park, Queens (11/22/2025): On November 22, 2025, the NYCD Desi Society brought the community together for its Annual Turkey and Food Giveaway at South Ozone Park Church of the Nazarene. Families, volunteers, and supporters showed
NYCD Desi Society proudly partnered with LiveOnNY, the federally designated organ and tissue donation organization for the greater New York area, in celebrating South Asian donor heroes and community leaders at a special event that brought the heart of the community together. Read More....
NYCD Desi Society hosted a vibrant Diwali celebration in Queens that brought together community members, leaders, and families to honor tradition, unity, and service. Held at the Gujarati Samaj Hindu Community Center, the event featured prayers, bhajans, cultural performances by children, and the singing
A successful and spirited Diwali celebration, co-sponsored by the NYCD Desi Society and LiveOnNY, illuminated the Gujarati Samaj Hindu Community Center in Fresh Meadows, Queens, on Friday, October 24, 2025. Drawing a diverse crowd of over 250 guests—ranging from city officials and esteemed
NYCD DESI Society, Inc. supports the New York Corrections Department in meeting the needs of South Asian American communities. The organization fosters cultural appreciation, unity, and diversity among members while addressing heritage-specific concerns, assisting those in need across NYC, and providing a platform for South Asian Correction Officers to network and celebrate their culture.