Zohran Mamdani has won the mayor’s race for New York City. He becomes the first Muslim and first South Asian to serve as mayor of New York City.
In a landmark victory, Zohran Mamdani has been elected mayor of New York City, marking a significant milestone in the city’s political history.
Mamdani, 34, becomes the first Muslim and the first South Asian to hold the office of mayor in New York City. Born in Uganda and raised in Queens, he ran a grassroots campaign emphasizing affordability, housing, public transit, and a progressive platform that resonated strongly with younger voters and diverse communities across the city.
His victory over former governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa signals a shift in the city’s political direction.
As mayor-elect, Mamdani will face major challenges including balancing his ambitious policy agenda with fiscal realities, managing the expectations of voters who supported change, and navigating city and state politics in an era of deep polarization.