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New York, Aug 16, To mark India's 77th Independence Day, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz proclaimed August 15, 2023, as "India Day" in the state. In the proclamation, he called India the largest democracy in the world, home to nearly a fifth of the world's population, with extraordinary diversity and rich cultural heritage. "The contributions and heritage of Indian-Americans have played a vital role in helping and continuing to create a better nation and state," he said. Minnesota officially welcomed Indian immigrants following the passage of the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965 and now is home to an Indian American…