In a historic landslide, New Yorkers have chosen 34-year-old Zohran Mamdani as the city’s next mayor, decisively defeating former governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa.

With over 97% of the votes counted, Mamdani secured at least 1.03 million votes— more than all other candidates combined — making him the first Muslim mayor of New York City and the first of South Asian heritage.

Just a year ago, hardly anyone had heard his name. But now, he’s making history.

At just 34,Zohran Mamdani has won the New York mayoral race, becoming the city’s youngest mayor in a century and its first Muslim leader.

”New Yorkers faced a clear choice – between hope and fear – and just like we’ve seen in London – hope won.”

”Donald Trump, since I know you’re watching..”

At his election night rally outside the Brooklyn Paramount, Mamdani delivered a message celebrating New York’s identity as a city of immigrants:”New York will remain a city of immigrants, a city built by immigrants, powered by immigrants and as of tonight, led by an immigrant.”

Inside Mamdani’s policies

At just 34, Zohran Mamdani has risen rapidly, shaking up New York’s political scene. With his left-leaning, populist message, he has now claimed the most powerful position in the city.

He emphasizes authenticity, grassroots organizing, and connecting with communities, gaining attention on social media while facing criticism from opponents and President Trump.