Parsippany Makes History With Swearing-In of Mayor Pulkit Desai and New Township Council

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By Adam Rizvi | Editor, The India Observer (TIO): PARSIPPANY, NJ — Parsippany witnessed a historic and celebratory evening as Pulkit Desai was sworn in as Mayor alongside newly elected council members Matt Kavanagh and Diya Patel, before a standing-room-only audience at the municipal building in Troy Hills.

The packed ceremony reflected strong civic engagement and the township’s evolving diversity, with residents, community leaders, and elected officials filling the chamber to witness the transition of leadership.

According to the official program of events, the ceremony was called to order by Municipal Clerk Khaled Madin, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and formal remarks. Mayor Pulkit Desai was administered the oath of office by State Senator Raj Mukherji, while Councilman Matt Kavanagh was sworn in by the municipal clerk. Councilwoman Diya Patel took her oath administered by Superior Court Judge Lori Grifa.

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Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill attended the ceremony and addressed the gathering, underscoring the significance of local leadership and community service in shaping New Jersey’s future. Her presence added statewide importance to the occasion and highlighted Parsippany’s growing role in the state’s civic and political landscape.

The ceremony was attended by numerous current and former council members, local officials, and invited guests, creating an atmosphere that blended formal governance with community pride.

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The India Observer (TIO) provided live coverage of the swearing-in through its official Facebook page, with additional live reporting from Editor Adam Rizvi’s personal account, bringing real-time access to viewers across New Jersey and beyond. TIO also recorded exclusive video statements from Mayor Desai and members of his family, offering readers a closer look at the personal and communal significance of the moment.

Multiple media outlets, including ethnic and community-based newspapers, were present, reflecting the broader public interest in Parsippany’s leadership transition and the historic nature of the evening.

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As Mayor Desai and the new council formally begin their terms, the overwhelming turnout and public attention sent a clear message of optimism and engagement from the community they now serve.

The India Observer will continue to follow developments from Parsippany Township, focusing on governance, accountability, and community impact.

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