SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 76

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased 
to recognize India Fest - 2003, a celebration of the 56th 
anniversary of India's Independence Day, which is being held 
in Houston on August 16, 2003; and

	WHEREAS, The grand occasion will be sponsored by the 
India Culture Center in collaboration with the Indian Consulate 
in Houston and other major Indo-American organizations in the 
Houston metroplex; and

	WHEREAS, The all-day celebration will feature cultural, 
social, and educational programs for people of all ages; among 
the events scheduled are a ping-pong tournament, a walking 
parade, and a ceremony to honor the flags of the United States 
and of India; India's heritage and cultural diversity will be 
featured through art and fashion shows and through music and 
dance entertainment; delicious food representing the cuisines 
of India's various regions will also be served; approximately 
12,000 to 15,000 people are expected to attend the celebration, 
and over 100 business and corporate exhibitors will display their 
products and services; and

	WHEREAS, Representing nearly 120,000 people of Indian 
origin in the Greater Houston Area, the India Culture Center has 
served the local community since 1973; now, therefore, be it

	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 
78th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby extend best wishes 
to all who attend the 56th anniversary celebration of India's 
Independence Day; and, be it further

	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared 
for this special occasion as an expression of esteem from the 
Texas Senate.
                                                                           Ellis




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on July 17, 2003.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate