Zohran Mamdani became the first Muslim mayor of New York City after taking the oath of office at a historic midnight ceremony in a decommissioned subway station in Manhattan. Leaders from JD(U) and Shiv Sena emphasized that the event should not be politicized, highlighting the importance of respecting individual religious beliefs.
JD(U) National Spokesperson Rajeev Ranjan Prasad noted that the US Constitution allows individuals to take oaths based on their faith, a practice also followed in India. Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC supported Mamdani’s right to use Qurans for his oath, emphasizing the need to move beyond divisive politics and embrace diversity.
NCP (SP) Rajya Sabha MP Fauzia Khan stressed the importance of respecting diverse religious practices globally. She condemned narrow-minded views that hinder coexistence in a multicultural world, emphasizing that everyone has the right to follow their own faith without criticism.
RJD MP Manoj Kumar Jha highlighted the varied ways in which people across the world take oaths, reflecting the diversity of beliefs. Mamdani, 34, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve as mayor, with the official public ceremony scheduled later in the day at City Hall, where US Senator Bernie Sanders will administer the oath.
