Vijay Varma Congratulates Zohran Mamdani On NYC Mayoral Primary Victory
Zohran Mamdani's win has garnered attention due to his progressive policies and potential to become the city's first Muslim mayor.
Vijay Varma congratulated Zohran Mamdani's historical candidature. (Photo Credit: X)
Zohran Mamdani, an Indian-American democratic socialist, has made history by winning the New York City Democratic mayoral primary. He defeated former Governor Andrew Cuomo in a stunning upset, garnering significant support from people. Now, actor Vijay Varma took to his social media handle to extend warm congratulations to Zohran Mamdani on his historic win, simply yet sincerely writing, 'Congratulations, Zohran Mamdani, aur Mira Nair (Director and Zohran's mother) apko bhi (sin)."
This sweet gesture highlights the growing interest and support from various quarters for Mamdani's progressive policies and leadership.
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Mamdani's campaign focused on affordability, promising to freeze rents, offer free buses, and provide universal childcare, funded by taxing the wealthiest 1 per cent of New Yorkers. His victory speech emphasised his commitment to creating a city that's affordable, safe, and just for all residents.
Zohran Mamdani took a commanding lead in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary, pulling ahead with over 80 per cent of ballots counted. As he declared victory, he drew inspiration from Nelson Mandela, tweeting, 'In the words of Nelson Mandela: it always seems impossible until it's done. My friends, it is done. And you are the ones who did it. I am honoured to be your Democratic nominee for Mayor of New York City."
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With victory all but assured, Mamdani told supporters on Tuesday night: 'Tonight, we made history. In the words of Nelson Mandela, 'It always seems impossible until it is done.' My friends, we have done it. I will be your Democratic nominee for the mayor of New York City."
In his speech, Mamdani said he had launched his campaign with 'the vision of a city that every New Yorker could afford."
'Dreaming demands hope and when I think of hope, I think of the unprecedented coalition of New Yorkers that we have built. For this is not my victory, this is ours," he said.
Mamdani said he hoped he could now reintroduce himself to New Yorkers following the bruising primary campaign. 'Not as you've seen me in a 30-second ad or a mailer in your mailbox, but as I will lead as your mayor," he said.
'I will be the mayor for every New Yorker, whether you voted for me, for Governor Cuomo or felt too disillusioned by a long-broken political system to vote at all. I will fight for a city that works for you, that is affordable for you, that is safe for you. I will work to be a mayor you will be proud to call your own," he said.
This powerful message underscored his progressive campaign, which focused on affordability and social justice, resonating with voters.
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June 25, 2025, 18:16 IST
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