APS Women’s Council Successfully Hosts Beach Cleanup Drive & Community Picnic at Wantagh Park
2026-07-31 | Wantagh Park, Wantagh, New York, Wantagh Park,, Wantagh, NY, 11530, United States
APS Women’s Council Successfully Hosts Beach
Cleanup Drive & Community Picnic at Wantagh Park

Dear APS Family,
The APS Women’s Council successfully organized a Beach Cleanup Drive and Community Picnic at Wantagh Park on July 31, 2026. The event brought together volunteers, families, community members, and sponsors with the shared goal of promoting environmental responsibility while strengthening community bonds through meaningful service.

Participants enthusiastically joined the cleanup efforts, helping keep the park and surrounding beach area clean while raising awareness about environmental conservation. Following the cleanup, attendees enjoyed a community picnic that encouraged friendship, cultural connection, and quality time among families of all ages.

The American Punjabi Society expressed its sincere appreciation to the APS Executive Committee, volunteers, sponsors, and all participants whose dedication made the event a great success. The organization remains committed to promoting environmental awareness, volunteerism, cultural heritage, and community engagement through similar initiatives in the future.

Regards,
Navneet K. Sondhi
President, APS Women’s Council

Consular Camp Hicksville, NY – Consulate @ Your Doorstep
2026-08-09 11:00 - 15:00 UTC | Pearl Banquet Hall, 276 W Old Country Rd, Hicksville, NY, United States
Consular Camp Hicksville, NY
Together, We Make a Difference!
Consulate General of India, New York, in association with American Punjabi Society, is hosting a Consular Camp as part of Consulate @ your doorstep
Event Details
Date: August 9, 2026
Time: 1100 – 1500 hrs
Venue: PEARL 276 Old Country Road, Hicksville, New York 11801
Admission: Book an appointment margin

American Punjabi Society is hosting a Consular Camp as part of Consulate @ your doorstep > Services Offered: > PASSPORT, VISA, OCI, PIO TO OCI CONVERSION, CONSULAR ATTESTATION, POWER OF ATTORNEY, LIFE CERTIFICATE, ETC.
Instructions: > * Submit your application & pay the fees online on the VFS website.

Book an appointment for the consular camp on the VFS website.

Consular fee will be accepted through online/postal order/cashier’s cheque only (in favor of VFS Services USA Inc.)

Bring the printout of the application, payment receipt, and all other documents as per the checklist on the VFS website.

Link: https://services.vfsglobal.com/usa/en/ind

Contact Details: > Phone: 9172084027

Email: Info@americanpunjabisociety.com

Regards,
American Punjabi Society (APS)

American Punjabi Society at the Nassau Police Academy with President Trump
2026-08-14 11:00 - 15:00 | Pearl Banquet Hall, 276 W Old Country Rd, Hicksville, NY, United States
American Punjabi Society at the Nassau Police Academy with President Trump
Together, We Build Stronger Communities!
American Punjabi Society (APS) was honored to be represented at an event held at the
Nassau Police Academy, bringing together distinguished law enforcement
leaders and members of the Punjabi-American community.
Distinguished Guests & APS Leadership
The event was attended by Nassau County Police Chief of Department Chris Ferro
and Deputy Commissioner Thomas Daly, along with leaders of the
American Punjabi Society.

Gary Sikka – President, American Punjabi Society
Mohinder Singh Taneja – Senior Vice President, American Punjabi Society
Dr. Dipak Nandi – Advisory Council Member, American Punjabi Society

Special Occasion
The gathering also provided an opportunity to be present at an event featuring the
Honorable President Donald J. Trump. The occasion highlighted the importance
of community engagement, public service, and strengthening relationships between the
Punjabi-American community and law enforcement leadership.
American Punjabi Society is proud to continue promoting meaningful connections,
community participation, and positive engagement between the Punjabi-American community
and civic institutions.

Regards,
Virender P. S. Sikka
General Secretary
American Punjabi Society (APS)

Consulate General of India conducts community consular service camp in Hicksville
2026-08-17 | Mint Restaurant, Hicksville, New York, Mint Restaurant, New York, NY, 11803, United States
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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)
