Indian Community Events in Maryland

Priya Prakash Royal is a recognized tax law and cross-border planning expert with over 16 years of experience representing clients on sophisticated and international trusts and estates law, business law, and related tax issues, including those affecting nonprofits and persons with cross-border interests. She is a former IRS Estate Tax Attorney and admitted to practice in DC, MD, NY, NJ, and PA. At the IRS, Priya audited prominent and ultra-high-net-worth estates and gifts. Priya founded the Royal Law Firm PLLC in 2009, representing a similar clientele, and has structured sophisticated estate and gift plans on transferring domestic and international intergenerational wealth, business succession/asset protection, and charitable planning. The firm has developed an international family collaboration to further women's empowerment by furthering opportunities for exceptional legal professionals. She has also served as an expert witness addressing sophisticated tax and planning issues and has been retained as a tax consultant by other legal professionals. In addition to running the Royal Law Firm PLLC, she is Of Counsel for a prominent New York-based law firm and advises on the firm’s international tax matters. She remains committed to making women empowerment and diversifying the face of wealth. Through the Royal Law Firm PLLC, she has developed a multinational family collaboration between India and the US supporting exceptional legal professionals in the field. Priya is on the Board of STEP Mid-Atlantic as Treasurer. She is also on the Tax Steering Committee at the DC Bar and was the Vice-Chair of the DC Bar Steering Committee in Estates, Trusts, and Probate Law (ETPL). She was named Rising Star by Super Lawyers in 2021. She is a frequent speaker and author in the tax and trusts & estates field. She has been published by the ABA, Bloomberg Tax, and various trade journals, including Heritage Auctions, and is a frequent speaker at bar associations, national, and international conferences and events, including the DC Bar, NAPABA, SABA, USPTO, National Appraisal Institute, AIP, and various podcasts. She is an Accredited Estate Planner (AEP) and International Trusts and Estates Practitioner (TEP) and was awarded Trailblazing Attorney of the Year by the DC Bar Communities. Priya has a JD and LL.M. from Villanova, a BA from Rutgers, and an MBA from APUS. She is conversant in Hindi, Tamil, Spanish, and French.

Based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, the Greater Washington Association of Physicians of Indian Origin represents a unified community of Indian American physicians dedicated to excellence in patient care, teaching, research, and professional development. Founded in 2014, GWAPI emerged from a collaborative vision to create a larger platform where physicians could pursue their aspirations in professional and community affairs while maintaining strong connections to their heritage and values. What sets GWAPI apart is its commitment to community-driven healthcare and social responsibility. The organization actively supports local philanthropic initiatives championed by its members, including Red Cross blood drives, community free clinics, cancer awareness campaigns, and mental health support programs. GWAPI believes that strength lies in unity, and this philosophy extends to providing healthcare, support, and wellness services to indigenous communities throughout the greater Washington region. Beyond traditional physician networking, GWAPI fosters meaningful connections among diverse professionals—from healthcare practitioners to entrepreneurs and emerging scholars—creating an ecosystem where innovation and compassionate care thrive together. The association's vision encompasses not just professional advancement but also social responsibility and community stewardship. With a membership base exceeding 500 physicians and growing, GWAPI continues to organize regular events, volunteer opportunities, and educational programs that reflect the organization's deep commitment to serving both the medical profession and the broader Gaithersburg and greater Washington community with integrity and excellence.

For over four decades, the National Federation of Indian American Associations (NFIA) has been the unifying voice for the Indian-American community, bringing together diverse organizations and individuals under a shared mission of service and leadership. Based in Germantown, Maryland, NFIA stands as a testament to the power of collective action and cultural pride within the United States. At its core, NFIA is driven by a commitment to unity and mutual understanding. The organization works tirelessly to cultivate goodwill between the American people and the people of India, while simultaneously encouraging solidarity among Indian-American organizations that might otherwise operate in isolation. This dual focus on international relations and domestic community cohesion makes NFIA a unique force in bridging cultures and strengthening diaspora connections. What truly sets NFIA apart is its dedication to giving back. The organization channels resources toward educational and humanitarian causes, supporting individuals and groups in need through the combined efforts of its member associations. From student scholarship programs to disaster relief efforts and community advocacy, NFIA demonstrates that the Indian-American community cares deeply about both its own members and the broader society. NFIA invites passionate individuals to join its mission. Whether through volunteering, donations, or simply spreading awareness of the organization's work, community members in Germantown, Maryland and beyond can participate in an organization that has successfully united Indian Americans for over 40 years. NFIA represents not just an organization, but a movement toward greater understanding, support, and empowerment within the Indian-American community.