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Senators welcome Boston consul general of India and share scheduling, fundraising announcements

Senate · April 23, 2026

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Senators welcomed Raghuram Sastry, the new Consul General of India in Boston, and announced committee meeting times and community events including a Jamaica hurricane-relief concert featuring Denise Graves; the Senate adjourned until 11:30 a.m. on April 24, 2026.

The Senate took a moment to welcome visitors and make routine announcements during its April 24, 2026, floor session.

The senator from Chittenden introduced Raghuram Sastry, the new Consul General of India in Boston, and his wife, Saljani, noting the consulate will make consular services more accessible for constituents who otherwise would travel farther for international travel and documentation needs.

Members made several scheduling announcements: Senate Finance, Appropriations and Institutions committees were scheduled to meet at 1:30 p.m. that day and Government Operations at 2:00 p.m. The senator from Windsor promoted a cabaret event at 7:30 p.m. with tickets available for $25. The presiding officer announced a Jamaica hurricane-relief concert organized by Dr. Patrick Brown featuring opera singer Denise Graves and shared operaburlington.org for more information and donations.

The Senate completed its business and, by voice vote, stood adjourned until 11:30 a.m. Friday, April 24, 2026.