Rahul Gandhi, in his inaugural trip abroad as the Leader of the Opposition, is scheduled for a week-long visit to the United States during the first week of September. This trip will involve addressing the Indian diaspora, engaging with students at two prominent universities, and meeting with U.S. lawmakers.
According to sources, Gandhi is expected to depart India on September 7 and will remain in the U.S. until September 14-15. His itinerary includes visits to several cities across the country, such as Washington DC, New Jersey, Los Angeles, and Texas. During his stay, he is anticipated to interact with students at the University of Texas at Austin and Howard University in Washington DC.
“In every city, there will be a diaspora event and a meeting with business leaders, followed by a dinner organized by the Indian Overseas Congress. However, in Washington DC, there won’t be a diaspora event. Instead, we will have meetings with lawmakers from both the Republican and Democratic parties,” a Congress leader mentioned.
Kamala Harris, the U.S. Vice President and a Democratic Presidential candidate, is an alumnus of Howard University. Sam Pitroda, who has resumed his role as head of the Indian Overseas Congress, is coordinating Gandhi’s meetings with U.S. lawmakers in Washington DC. “There is a lot of interest in the U.S. regarding Indian politics after the elections,” stated a Congress leader. Rahul Gandhi had previously visited the U.S. in May last year.
