IAGB elects Nilesh Agrawal as President, Deepak Garg as Vice President of term 2025-2027

AGBM & Election Update: IAGB NEW EC TERM 2025-2027

Annual General Body Meeting & Elections for term 2025-2027 was held on Saturday, September 13 @ 10.30 AM

IAGB President presented teams IAGB’s achievements and success for the term 2023-2025 and IAGB Treasurer presented financial report for 2023-2025. All IAGB members greatly appreciated IAGB’s towering achievements and thanked IAGB team 2023-2025 for elevating IAGB’s level to a formidable peak.

Results: Election of executive team for the term 2025-2027:

IAGB Board of Trustees Vaishali Gade, Dr. Anupam Wali and Harish Dang who also serve as the Election Committee did their due diligence announced the new Executive Committee selected for term (2025-2027):

1.     President-Nilesh Agrawal

2.     Vice President-Deepak Garg

3.     Secretary-Ashalata Thotangare

4.     Director-Shashwati Das

5.     Director-Prashant Kulkarni

6.     Director-Arpita Das Pathak

7.     Director-Vijendra Bhargava

8.     Director-Jharna Madan

9.     Director-Manishabrata Bhowmick

Note: The role of Treasurer and a few Directors will be selected by the new EC after the new team takes office.

Nilesh Agrawal - President, IAGB Term 2025-2027

Nilesh has been privileged to contribute to this mission as Vice President and Executive Committee member, and he now seeks the opportunity to lead the organization into its next chapter.
Nilesh’s tenure with IAGB has been defined by active leadership, collaborative spirit, and a deep-rooted passion for community service. Highlights of his contributions include Event Leadership, Community Representation & Team Collaboration.
Professionally, Nilesh is an IT Program & Delivery Manager at a reputable technology company. He holds a B. Com degree and an MCM in Computer Management.

As the incoming President, Nilesh envisions IAGB evolving into a more dynamic, inclusive, and impact-driven organization, one that not only celebrates Indian heritage but also empowers future generations and deepens its civic footprint. His vision includes:

• Youth Empowerment: Launching intergenerational and youth-focused initiatives to cultivate leadership and civic responsibility.
• Strategic Partnerships: Expanding collaborations with local nonprofits, schools, and town councils to amplify community impact.
• Digital Engagement: Enhancing editorial and digital platforms to elevate diverse voices and preserve community narratives.
• Inclusive Outreach: Proactively engaging underrepresented Indian subgroups to ensure broader participation and representation.

Nilesh plans to lead with transparency, collaboration, and strategic execution. His key priorities include:

• Strengthening IAGB’s communication channels to foster engagement and trust.
• Building partnerships with youth organizations, educational institutions, and civic groups to co-create meaningful programs.
• Working closely with the Board and community members to design inclusive, grassroots-driven initiatives.
• Leveraging his experience in content creation, cultural outreach, and event planning to ensure excellence and consistency across all endeavors.

A Life Member of IAGB, Nilesh’s dedication to cultural advocacy and community service runs deep. If elected, he pledges to uphold the Bylaws of the IAGB Constitution and to serve with integrity, transparency, and inclusiveness. He is honored to have received endorsements from ten IAGB members in support of his nomination.

Nilesh looks forward to the opportunity to lead IAGB with purpose and passion, and to build a future that reflects the vibrancy, unity, and strength of the Indian American community.

Deepak Garg:  Vice- President, IAGB Term 2025-2027

Deepak has been actively involved with IAGB and currently serves as Treasurer on the Executive Committee. During his tenure, he has contributed to several initiatives including Sponsorship, Senior Expo, Republic Day, Red Sox India Celebration, Independence Day, and other flagship events. He previously served as an Executive Director on the IAGB Board for the 2021–2023 term.

Beyond IAGB, Deepak is deeply engaged in civic and community service. He currently serves the Town of Belmont as a member of both the Warrant Committee and the Capital Budget Committee. He is also the Vice President of the Belmont Pan Asian Coalition and Treasurer of Belmont AAPI Heritage. His past roles include serving as Executive Director at UIANE (2020–2021) and Treasurer for local school organizations over a four-year period, including a recently completed two-year term with the Foundation for Belmont Education (FBE) ending June 30, 2023.

Professionally, Deepak is a Vice President – Loan Officer at a reputed bank. He holds dual MBAs in Finance and Marketing, along with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.

A Life Member of IAGB, Deepak remains committed to advancing the mission of IAGB and serving the community. He has pledged to dedicate his time and efforts to the role, uphold the Bylaws of IAGB, and actively participate in Executive Committee meetings and responsibilities.

Deepak’s vision is to strengthen IAGB as a dynamic, inclusive platform that not only celebrates Indian culture but also serves as a hub for civic engagement, education, and community impact. He believes IAGB should continue to evolve to meet the changing needs of the diverse community while deepening its partnerships across Greater Boston.

He plans to work collaboratively with the EC team to expand year-round programming, engage more youth and volunteers, and build strong partnerships with local organizations. With his background in finance, community leadership, and event planning, Deepak will focus on increasing outreach, enhancing operational transparency, and securing sustainable funding to support IAGB’s long-term goals.

Parting Message from Term 2023-2025 President Tanu Phoenix

My dearest community,

As I stand before you today at the close of my presidential term on September 30th, I am full of gratitude for the love and trust you have shown, and full of hope for what we can continue to build together. It has been my distinct honor to serve as President of the India Association of Greater Boston, and now, my absolute delight to continue as a trustee of an organization that has carried the torch of cultural pride, community service, and unity for over six decades.

IAGB is a place where integrity takes the spotlight, where kindness takes center stage, and where love for one another is the headline act. Our charter is a living, breathing promise. A promise that IAGB will continue to be a bridge between communities, a safe space where every voice is heard, every culture is honored, and every heart beats in harmony with the other.

For me personally, this journey has been transformative. It taught me the true meaning of leadership, not in titles, but in teamwork, resilience, and service. My team members of term 2023-2025 came together as one, to serve this community with our hearts and souls. We have debated and disagreed but also celebrated and triumphed together. I am humbled and grateful to have led alongside such extraordinary individuals. Bound by trust, respect, and passion for service, we strived to take IAGB to greater heights and create a lasting impact for our community.

Now, my joys know no bound to announce that Nilesh Agrawal will assume the role of President of IAGB starting October 1, 2025. As I pass the torch, I do so with pride, humility, and gratitude. Together, we have honored the past, celebrated the present, and laid the foundation for a brighter future. I leave with full confidence that under Nilesh’s able leadership, IAGB will continue to soar higher, celebrating culture, serving the community, and fostering unity.

To my fellow board members, volunteers, choreographers, artists, sponsors, and most importantly, our community – THANK YOU for your trust, time, ideas, and encouragement. None of this would have been possible without you.

Though my term ends, I will always remain an ambassador and cheerleader of IAGB’s mission as a trustee of IAGB. Let us continue to be bridge-builders and champions of understanding.

With love, pride, and unwavering belief in our shared humanity,
Tanu Phoenix
President, India Association of Greater Boston (2023–2025)

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