Zohran Mamdani Makes History as NYC's First Muslim Mayor, Sworn In on Quran

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Firstpost•01-01-2026, 11:12
Zohran Mamdani Makes History as NYC's First Muslim Mayor, Sworn In on Quran
- •Zohran Mamdani sworn in as NYC's first Muslim, South Asian, and African-born mayor on New Year's Day.
- •Made history by taking the oath of office with his hand on the Quran, a first for a NYC mayor.
- •Mamdani, 34, is a progressive activist, born in Uganda and raised in Queens, known for housing justice and tenant protection advocacy.
- •His leadership promises inclusivity, affordability, public transit improvements, and social equity for all New Yorkers.
- •Ran a grassroots campaign, rejecting big-money donors, and advocating for free public buses and expanded childcare.
Why It Matters: Zohran Mamdani breaks tradition, becoming NYC's first Muslim mayor, promising inclusivity and equity.
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