Not ceremonial like in India, US mayors are CEOs of cities

As New York's mayor-elect, Zohran Mamdani will take his place among stronger American mayors who essentially act as city CEOs with wide powers ranging from budget-making to appointments. New York, Los Angeles and Chicago are among cities that follow the 'strong-mayor system', where mayors don't report to a political executive, like in India, but draw their powers directly from the Constitution and hence enjoy much more autonomy. How different are Indian and American mayors? Let's take a look. Ceremonial Vs Executive Power Strong Mayors Vs Weak Mayors