Dallas, Texas: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi initiated his three-day visit to the United States, arriving in Dallas on Sunday. He was warmly greeted by the Indian diaspora and members of the Indian Overseas Congress (IOC). In a social media post, Gandhi expressed his gratitude, stating, “I am truly delighted by the warm welcome I’ve received in Dallas, Texas, USA, from the Indian Diaspora and members of the Indian Overseas Congress.” He added, “I eagerly look forward to engaging in meaningful discussions and insightful conversations that will further strengthen the bond between our two nations during this visit.”
This marks Gandhi’s first trip to the United States following the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. His schedule includes a stay in Dallas on September 8 and in Washington, DC, from September 9-10.
IOC chief, Sam Pitroda, previously announced the visit, highlighting the anticipation among the Indian diaspora, including NRI residents, technocrats, business leaders, students, media professionals, and political figures. He noted the planned events designed to engage with the business and technological communities, particularly those interested in Indian tech cities like Bangalore, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Pune.
Pitroda expressed optimism about the visit, stating, “We look forward to a very successful visit and welcoming Rahul Gandhi to the US.” He mentioned that the visit has generated significant interest and questions from various quarters, emphasizing its importance and the high anticipation surrounding it.
Political observers have noted that since the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Gandhi has been building momentum and garnering public support on various issues. His US visit is expected to attract substantial attention and potentially spark discussions back home.
Rahul Gandhi won elections from Rae Bareli and Wayanad constituencies, choosing to retain Rae Bareli and leaving Wayanad for his sister, Priyanka Gandhi. In June, he was appointed the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, following approval from the Congress Working Committee.
