ABOUT BMM CHICAGO
Our community brings together those with roots in the historic town of Devgadh Baria, Gujarat, who now call Chicago home. We bridge the distance between our heritage and our lives in the Chicago area.
The mission of Baria Mitra Mandal of Chicago is to honor and preserve our shared heritage. Through vibrant festivals and community events, we celebrate our unique culture and ensure its traditions are passed down to inspire the next generation.
CULTURAL EVENTS FOR 2026
Picnic: Saturday, July 18
Garba: Mid-October
Diwali Party: Saturday, Nov. 14
Mahautsav: Saturday, Dec. 5
ABOUT DEVGADH BARIA
Devgadh Baria, often known as Devgadbaria or just Baria, is a municipality in Dahod district in the state of Gujarat, India. It is a small town nestled in the foothills on Gujarat State's eastern edge. It was established in 1782. Devgadh is the name of the mountain that is surrounding the town and Baria is the name of local tribe. The state was ruled by Chauhan kings until it merger with the Union of India. The present ruler of the princely state of Baria is H.H. Maharawal Tusharsinhji Kanaksinhji.
Courtesy of Wikipedia & Indian Rajputs
2026 BOARD MEMBERS
Jagdish Parikh - President
Sejal Kadakia - Vice-President
Ritesh Parikh - Treasurer
Akash Kadakiya - Treasurer
Madhvi Dharia - Secretary
Mehal Kadakia
Ashay Mehta
Payal Shah
Ankit Kadakia
Deep Shah