Taskin Ahmed Riyad, Editor || Democratic Party candidate Zohran Mamdani has made history by being elected as the 111th mayor of New York City. His victory sets several remarkable milestones. Mamdani is now the first Muslim mayor in the history of the city, the first person born in Africa to hold this position, and the youngest mayor since 1892.In Tuesday’s highly anticipated election, Mamdani faced strong competition from independent candidate and former New York governor Andrew Cuomo, as well as Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa. Defeating two well-known political figures has made Mamdani’s win even more significant, and analysts are calling it a landmark moment in the city’s political landscape.Current mayor Eric Adams initially joined the race as an independent candidate, but he withdrew in September. According to the New York City Board of Elections, nearly 1.7 million residents cast their votes marking the highest voter turnout in almost 30 years. The number of early ballots also set a new record, with over 735,000 voters registering their choices ahead of Election Day.Mamdani cast his vote in his home neighborhood of Astoria. Throughout his campaign, he gained popularity among diverse communities, especially young voters. His promises to freeze rent hikes, introduce free public transportation services, and ensure access to essential support programs for all children resonated deeply with working-class families. To fund these initiatives, Mamdani proposed additional taxes on wealthy residents.Despite starting his campaign with limited recognition, modest funding, and little institutional support, Mamdani’s commitment to improving the lives of ordinary citizens, along with his calm and progressive political style, helped him rise swiftly in public favor. The final vote count reflected that growing trust.With this historic victory, New York City enters a new chapter of leadershipone focused on equality, affordability, and social reform. All eyes are now on Mayor-elect Mamdani as he prepares to turn his ambitious promises into real-world change.