The Cape Fear Cultural Association of India recently hosted its annual “India Day” festival in Wilmington, N.C., celebrating Indian music, food, and cultural traditions. Lead organizer Sejal Patel, a Wilmington resident for 25 years, emphasized the event’s goal of fostering community integration and connection.
Participants enjoyed various displays from different Indian states and had the opportunity to get henna designs. Attendee Shashin Patel expressed how the festival brings authentic Indian flavors closer to the community, describing the experience as amazing. Sejal Patel reiterated the event’s purpose to unite people amid societal divisions, stating that despite differences in appearance and dress, everyone shares commonalities at heart. She concluded by promising attendees would leave with both satisfied appetites and happy hearts.
