Events

Dear APS Family, . Police Commissioner Meets APS Leadership Nassau County Police Commissioner Hon. Patrick Ryder met with American Punjabi Society President Gary Sikka, Sr. Vice President Mohinder Singh Taneja, and Sunil Hali, Promoter & Publisher of Radio Zindagi and The Indian Eye, at the Police Academy Training Village.Best regards, Regards, Virender P.S. Sikka Gen. […]

Dear APS Family, 🌟 AMERICAN PUNJABI SOCIETY ANNUAL GALA 2025 🌟 Celebrating Punjabi Heritage & Culture. Get ready for an evening of elegance, entertainment, and celebration at the most anticipated event of the year! The American Punjabi Society invites you to our Annual Gala 2025 as we proudly celebrate the rich Punjabi heritage. Date: WEDNESDAY, […]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZAAFLGjKV9w   APS Team Press Conference, The APS team led by President Gary Sikka organized a special press conference on November 10, 2025, to announce the Curtain Raiser for our Annual Gala, which will be held on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at Pearl Banquet Hall. Regards, Paul S. Bindra APS Vice President.

https://youtu.be/j4Y7i-rnOLg?si=JeJJeU1S96MINsUw American Punjabi Society honors Philanthropist Harry Singh Bolla with prestigious “Punjabi Ratan” Award at a glittering gala     Mr. Binaya Srikanta Pradhan, Consul General of India in New York, honoring Mr. Harry Singh Bolla. Seen in the picture, among others (from L to R): APS President Gary Sikka, (slightly turned) , Consul General […]

https://youtu.be/ZCg62VFVhKU?si=lAZ7Fa-cMl4jyag9 https://youtu.be/lzyPte3NQuY The American Punjabi Society (APS) hosted its spectacular Annual Gala at the Pearl Banquet Hall Download AMERICAN PUNJABI SOCIETY 2025 Journal     The American Punjabi Society (APS) hosted its spectacular Annual Gala at the Pearl Banquet Hall, bringing together dignitaries, business leaders, philanthropists, artists, and community members for an evening celebrating Punjabi […]

Turning Letters to Santa into Smiles 🎄 Dear APS  team, The APS Women’s Council, under the leadership of Navneet Sondhi, brought Christmas joy to children at Northwell Family Health Center in Huntington, turning their letters to Santa into real smiles and happiness.*” Heartfelt thanks to Navneet ji and her dedicated team, consisting of Shweta Malhotra, […]

recognition by Northwell Family Health Center Dear APS Women’s Council Chair Navneet Sondhi and the team, On behalf of the APS Leadership Team, we extend our heartiest congratulations to the APS Women’s Council on being recognized by Northwell Family Health Center, Huntington, for the Holiday Gift Program, “Turning Letters to Santa into Smiles.” This recognition […]

Mission of Transformation: Dr. Davinder Singh Ji’s 2025 USA Tour Dear APS Family, During late 2025 and early 2026, the American Punjabi Society (APS) and the wider New York Sangat welcomed Hon’ble Dr. Davinder Singh Ji, President of The Kalgidhar Trust (Baru Sahib). This tour was not merely a series of events but a profound […]

A Vision for Nassau: The 2026 Inauguration Highlights Dear APS  team, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman was sworn in for his second term at a high-profile inauguration ceremony on January 12, 2026 (noted in reports covering the event through the following day), at the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City, NY. The event was a success, […]

Agni & Abundance: APS New York Celebrates Lohri 2026 Dear APS  team, On January 13, 2026, the Punjabi diaspora gathered at the Pearl Banquet Hall in Hicksville, NY, for an evening of tradition, gratitude, and community bonding. Under the leadership of APS President Gary Sikka, the event served as a reminder of the resilient spirit […]

Holi Sneh Milan Dear APS Family Holi Sneh Milan was celebrated in Consulate General Of India by Rajasthan Association Of North America joined by American Punjabi Society and Association Of Indians in America. Attendees of the Holi Sneh MilanBinaya S. Pradhan – Consul General of India Gary Sikka – President, APS Paul S. Bindra – […]

Model Train Show Community Outreach for Police Exploring Dear APS Family For Community Outreach Initiatives at Model Train Show Series benefiting Police Exploring, presented by County Executive Hon. Bruce Blakeman & Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder. Nassau County Law Enforcement “Police” Exploring Board Advisor Mohinder Singh Taneja with Explorers.   Regards Gary Sikka APS President. American […]

A Tribute to the Timeless Voice of Asha Bhosle Her Voice Carried emotions words could never hold 🎶 A Legacy that will always be heard Always be felt May her soul Rest in Peace . <p data-path-to-node="3", Team Aps    

ਧੰਨ ਧੰਨ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਅਰਜਨ ਦੇਵ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ ਦੇ ਪਾਵਨ ਪ੍ਰਕਾਸ਼ ਗੁਰਪੁਰਬ ਸਮਾਗਮ ਲਈ ਨਿਮਰ ਸੱਦਾ ਗੁਰੂ ਪਿਆਰੇ ਜੀਉ, ਸ਼੍ਰੀ ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਜੀ ਦੀ ਅਪਾਰ ਮਿਹਰ ਸਦਕਾ ਧੰਨ ਧੰਨ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਅਰਜਨ ਦੇਵ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ ਦਾ ਪਾਵਨ ਪ੍ਰਕਾਸ਼ ਗੁਰਪੁਰਬ ਅੱਜ ਮਿਤੀ 9 ਅਪ੍ਰੈਲ 2026 ਨੂੰ ਗੁਰਦੁਆਰਾ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਪਲੇਨਵਿਊ ਵਿਖੇ ਬੜੀ ਸ਼ਰਧਾ, ਪ੍ਰੇਮ ਅਤੇ ਸਤਿਕਾਰ ਨਾਲ ਮਨਾਇਆ […]

For Community Outreach Initiatives at Model Train Show Series benefiting Police Exploring presented by County Executive Hon. Bruce Blakeman & Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder. Nassau County Law Enforcement “Police” Exploring Board Advisor Mohinder Singh Taneja with Explorers. Dear Aps Family, Regards, Gary Sikka APS President    

https://youtu.be/bB9zfs12CrI?si=SIeD9MJFqXQA4y28 APS Participates in Faith Leaders Mental Health Forum at Northwell Health HQ Dear APS Family, At Northwell Health Headquarters, APS President Gary Sikka joined Northwell President & CEO John K. D’Angelo, MD, along with Northwell Vice President Debbie Salas-Lopez, MD, MPH; John Q. Young, MD, MPP, PhD; and distinguished faith and community leaders at […]

APS Strengthens Community Relations with Law Enforcement Leaders at 9/11 Memorial Service Dear APS Family, As part of APS’s continued initiative to build strong relationships with law enforcement agencies, APS Senior Vice President Mohinder Singh Taneja attended the New York State Fraternal Order of Police 9/11 Plaza Memorial Services. During the event, Mohinder Singh Taneja […]