Archive · 24 Sep 2025
Tharoor: Indian-American Silence on US Policy is Surprising
Indian politician Shashi Tharoor is puzzled why Indian-Americans haven't spoken up about recent US policies that affect India.
These policies include fees for visa applications and tariffs on Indian products.
Tharoor says that the silence of Indian-Americans, many of whom are affected by these policies, is a surprise.
He urges the Indian-American community to advocate for India and make their voices heard.
A US delegation assured India of continued bipartisan support.
The article notes that while India-US relations are strong, more advocacy from the diaspora is needed to address policy issues.
Shashi Tharoor expressed surprise at the Indian-American diaspora's silence on US policy decisions affecting India.
Tharoor mentioned visa restrictions and tariffs on Indian exports among the concerning policies.
He highlighted that the Indian-American community's silence suggests a gap between identity and political action.
Tharoor urged the diaspora to advocate for India's interests.
A US delegation reaffirmed strong bipartisan support for India.
- Who
- Shashi Tharoor, Indian-American diaspora
- What
- Silence on US policy decisions affecting India
- When
- Recent months
- Where
- US, India
- Why
- Concerns about US policies like visa fees and tariffs
Indian-American Community
US Government
Advocacy
Indian-American Community
Use their influence to support policies favorable to India.
US Government
Enacting policies without diaspora advocacy.
Economic Impacts
Indian-American Community
Address the impacts of policies
US Government
Enacting Policies that indirectly negatively impact Indian Economy
- Key Figure
- Shashi Tharoor
- US Policy Impact
- Adversely affects India
- Key Issue
- Diaspora silence
- Impacted Group
- Indian-Americans
- Visa Applications Fee
- $100,000
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