Newly elected New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has shared a video of himself speaking in Urdu, which quickly went viral on social media.

In the video, Mamdani can be seen interacting warmly with New Yorkers, including taxi drivers and pedestrians. He greeted several people and embraced them as they exchanged friendly words. During one such moment, a man greeted him with “Assalamu Alaikum,” and Mamdani responded with “Wa Alaikum Salam,” asking about his well-being.

He also spoke to the man about voting and civic participation, encouraging him to stay engaged in the democratic process.

The mayor later shared the clip on his social media account, where it received widespread praise for showcasing his humble, approachable nature.

Many users praised Zohran Mamdani for his ability to connect with diverse communities and for embracing cultural inclusivity as the new face of New York City’s leadership.