Consulate General of India conducts community consular service camp in Hicksville

Consular Service Camp in Hicksville, NY

Together, We Make a Difference!

The Consulate General of India (CGI), New York, successfully conducted a Community Consular Service Camp at Pearl Banquet Hall in Hicksville, New York, in association with the American Punjabi Society (APS), with support from RANA, BRUHUD New York Seniors, and Jaipur Foot USA.

Event Highlights

The camp provided direct assistance to the Indian-American community on a wide range of consular matters, including

Indian passports, OCI cards, visas, surrender certificates, Police Clearance Certificates (PCC), document attestation, and other consular services.

A total of 542 community members attended the camp, while
212 consular inquiries and service-related matters were addressed.
A total of 13 CGI and VFS officers and staff participated in the camp and provided direct assistance and guidance.

Community members traveled from across New York as well as from
New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts
to receive consular services and assistance.

Ambassador Pradhan Emphasizes Accessible Consular Services

Ambassador Binaya Srikanta Pradhan, Consul General of India in New York,

addressed the gathering and highlighted the Consulate’s commitment to accessible, responsive, and community-focused services.

He encouraged community members to approach the Consulate and authorized service providers directly and cautioned against unauthorized brokers, agents, and intermediaries who may provide incorrect information or charge excessive fees.

40 Youth Volunteers Lead by Example

One of the highlights of the camp was the participation of
40 APS youth volunteers between the ages of 12 and 17.
The volunteers assisted with registration, welcomed attendees, directed community members to the appropriate service areas, and helped maintain an organized flow throughout the event.

Their dedication and community spirit played an important role in making the camp a smooth and successful initiative.

Community Collaboration

The successful camp was made possible through the collaboration of

the Consulate General of India, American Punjabi Society (APS), RANA, BRUHUD New York Seniors, Jaipur Foot USA, VFS personnel, community organizations, volunteers, and community leaders.

The overwhelming response demonstrated the importance of bringing actual consular services directly to the community and providing people with reliable assistance for their individual consular needs.

With sincere appreciation to everyone who contributed to the success of the camp.

American Punjabi Society (APS)