WILLIAMSVILLE, N.Y. — The sounds of drums and singing and the vibrant colors of saris took over Main St. in Williamsville for Saturday's India Day parade.
The celebration was held to mark the 75th anniversary of the country's independence and to pass on India's cultural traditions down to the 'younger generation'.
"It's important to share the culture because that way people understand what it is because many people don't know the difference between India, Pakistan, Bangladesh; so we want to make sure people are aware of the culture, the heritage, the food, what language they speak", said Sibu Nair, Executive Director of CHAI. "So I hope other organizations come forward and do the same similar event in the town".
The parade was presented by CHAI, that's the Council of Heritage and Arts of India. The represent over 10,000 families in the Amherst area.