By Muhammad Mamman
Zohran Mamdani has been officially sworn in as the mayor of New York City, marking a historic moment as he became the first Muslim to assume the city’s highest office, taking his oath on the Holy Qur’an.
The swearing-in ceremony, held on Tuesday, drew a diverse crowd of supporters, community leaders, and public officials. Mamdani, previously a New York State Assembly member known for his progressive advocacy, pledged to govern with transparency, equity, and a renewed focus on working-class New Yorkers.
In brief remarks after taking the oath, Mamdani highlighted the symbolic weight of the moment.
“Today is not just about me,” he said. “It is about every New Yorker who has ever felt unseen or unheard. This city belongs to all of us.”
His inauguration marks a significant milestone for representation in New York City politics, reflecting the city’s multicultural identity and shifting political landscape.
Mamdani is expected to outline his first 100-day agenda later this week, with housing, public safety, and economic justice set to feature prominently.
City officials and community figures praised the peaceful transition of leadership and expressed optimism about Mamdani’s ability to bring a fresh approach to governance in the country’s largest city.
