Glittering Inaugural Reception Held By Consulate In LA To Mark India R-DayBy Fatema BaldiwalaLOS ANGELES, CA – India’s 77th Republic Day was marked with ceremony and political significance on January 26 at the California Club in downtown Los Angeles, in the first Republic Day reception hosted by the Consulate General of India in Los Angeles. At the heart of the celebration was a reflection on India’s constitutional values and its evolving role on the global stage. In his address, Consul General of India Dr. K.J. He pointed to India’s role as a major engine of global growth, a hub for technology and innovation, and a responsible stakeholder in global governance. Speaking to the significance of the location, he added that Los Angeles, defined by creativity, diversity, and innovation, plays a unique role in the India–U.S.