From Chilly Chicken to Aloo Dum: New York’s mayor Zohran Mamdani savours delicious Asian lunch on first day

Updated On: 06 November, 2025 06:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

From tea and momos to Chilli Chicken and aloo dum, New York’s new mayor Zohran Mamdani marked his first day in office with a soulful nod to his Indian roots

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Zohran Mamdani, a Queens lawmaker, has made history as New York City’s 111th mayor. Photos Courtesy: Instagram

Zohran Kwame Mamdani, a 33- year old Queens lawmaker, has made history as New York City’s 111th mayor — becoming the first Muslim, first South Asian, and the youngest person in over a century to hold the office.

Zohran Mamdani, a Uganda-born, American naturalized citizen of Indian origin, didn’t miss the opportunity to showcase his Indian roots on his first day as the elected mayor.