The United Sikh Mission is overseeing the construction of a float with the theme
“A Sikh American Journey” for the 2015 Rose Bowl Parade in Pasadena Calif., Jan. 1, 2015
In celebration of its 125-year history, the Sikh American community will have its own float in the 2015 Rose Bowl
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Parade in Pasadena, Calif. on New Year’s Day, marking the first time the Indian American community will be represented in the annual parade of flowers, music and sports.
With the theme “A Sikh American Journey,” the historic float will focus on the values of Sikh Americans and their contributions to American society.
The float, which is currently under construction, will chronicle the history of Sikhs in America, from their early pioneering days in the late 1800s to the present day, where they hold important roles in all walks of life.
The Rose Parade float is the brainchild of United Sikh Mission president and chairman Rashpal Singh Dhindsa. He began spearheading the movement for participation in the parade in early 2010 and after a series of meetings and presentations, secured the float for the 2015 parade.
Funds for the float have been raised within the Sikh American community.
Visit sikhfloat.com for more information.