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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Apologizes for Mistaking India for Pakistan at Independence Day Event

Adams repeatedly confused the two countries during a speech at Queens' India Day Parade, drawing corrections from the crowd.

  • Adams mixed up India and Pakistan three times while addressing the Indian-American community.
  • The mayor quickly returned to the stage to apologize for the error.
  • The event celebrated India's 78th year of independence from British rule.
  • Adams had participated in Pakistan's Independence Day celebrations earlier in the week.
  • A city spokesperson confirmed Adams' commitment to celebrating India's independence.
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