Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old Indian-origin politician, won the Democratic nomination for New York mayor, beating Andrew Cuomo. He will face incumbent Eric Adams (running as an independent), Republican Curtis Sliwa, and independent Jim Walden in November.

If elected, Zohran Mamdani would break new ground as the first Muslim and Indian-American to lead New York City, symbolizing a powerful shift toward greater diversity and representation in local government.

Born to Indian-origin parents in Uganda, he is a social worker and politician, supported by figures like Bernie Sanders. His campaign promises include free bus travel and taxing the rich, but he has faced criticism for his Palestinian support and lack of experience.

Mamdani’s social media-savvy campaign, featuring Bollywood-themed videos, has made him popular, especially among youth and the NRI community.