Indian Americans Take Priorities To Capitol Hill
WASHINGTON, D.C.-Nearly 200 Indian American delegates from 25 states are set to meet lawmakers and Congressional staff on Capitol Hill on June 23 to advocate for stronger US-India ties, immigration reform, Indo-Pacific security and critical minerals supply-chain resilience.
Organized by the Foundation for India and Indian Diaspora Studies (FIIDS), the fourth annual Capitol Hill Day will see delegates visit more than 125 congressional offices, making it the largest gathering in the event’s history.
The meetings will focus on trade and security cooperation with India, immigration reform to support US innovation, critical minerals supply chains and the contributions of Indian Americans to the US economy.
“This is a moment to translate influence into policy impact,” said Khanderao Kand, Chief of Policy and Strategy at the Foundation for India and Indian Diaspora Studies.
“Indian Americans contribute across technology, research, academia, hospitality, health care, small business and agriculture, and our community is engaged in ensuring that Congress understands the issues that matter most to America’s future,” he added.
According to FIIDS, delegates will advocate on five key priorities: Indo-Pacific trade and security, the US-India strategic partnership, Indian American concerns and contributions, immigration reform and critical minerals supply-chain security.
The advocacy meetings will be followed by the US-India Partnership Summit later on June 23. The event is expected to bring together diplomats, elected officials and policy leaders to discuss the future of bilateral cooperation.
Scheduled speakers include Bethany Morrison, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State, and Ambassador Mangya Khampa, Deputy Chief of Mission at the Embassy of India in Washington, along with other leaders focused on strengthening US-India relations.
FIIDS said participation in Capitol Hill Day has grown steadily from nearly 70 delegates in 2023 to about 132 in 2024 and around 145 in 2025. With nearly 200 delegates expected this year, the 2026 event is set to be its largest to date. (IANS)
