New Delhi: Rahul Gandhi, a senior Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, embarked on a three-day visit to the United States. During this trip, he engaged with the Indian-American diaspora, delivered speeches at universities, and held discussions with key US lawmakers. His visit aimed at fostering stronger ties between the Indian-American community and India, while also engaging in broader conversations with US political figures.Gandhis itinerary included a notable meeting at the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington, D.C., which was led by Congressman Bradley James Sherman. The meeting saw the participation of several prominent US Congress members, including Ilhan Omar, who has been a polarizing figure in US-India relations.#RahulGandhis meeting with anti-India #IlhanOmar- Endorsement of Pakistan Apologists- Implies Support for Anti-India Elements- Raises Concerns about #Congress Partys Stance on #NationalSecurity- Troubling Alignment with those Undermining Indias Sovereignty & Security pic.twitter.com/AwtWg8dpKQ— Ritam English (@EnglishRitam) September 11, 2024Who Is Ilhan OmarIlhan Omar represents Minnesotas 5th congressional district and is a well-known figure in American politics as a member of the Democratic Party. She has been vocal on numerous global issues, particularly those involving India. Her stance on Indias domestic policies has been a point of contention, particularly when she introduced resolutions in Congress condemning Indias revocation of Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir.Omars visit to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), sponsored by the Pakistani government, further escalated tensions. During this visit, she made statements critical of Indias actions in Kashmir, which India denounced. Recently, Omar added to her controversial image by weighing in on the India-Canada diplomatic row, urging support for Canadas investigation into Indias alleged involvement in the assassination of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar.Her outspoken views on Indias policies have made her a contentious figure, and her meeting with Rahul Gandhi during his US visit has stirred debate about the broader implications of his engagement with such figures.
