A visiting US delegation of five members interacted with Indian MPs across party lines in the standing committee of external affairs, chaired by Dr Shashi Tharoor. During the meeting, the Democrats were highly critical of US President Donald Trump’s policy changes. Sources reveal that in response to questions from members of parliament about policy changes concerning the H-1B visa, the 50% tariff imposed on India, and a constant presence by the US president, the visiting delegation expressed concerns about President Trump’s conduct. They also urged Indian MPs to encourage the Indian diaspora to voice their opposition to such policies.
After the meeting, committee chairman Tharoor told the media, “I do want to stress that one of the points we raised is why the Indian-American diaspora ha