Washington, D.C.: In a groundbreaking moment for Indian Americans, six members of the community were sworn in as part of the US House of Representatives on Friday, marking the largest representation of Indian Americans in Congress to date.
Among the six is Dr. Ami Bera, who has been re-elected to serve his seventh consecutive term as a representative for California’s Seventh Congressional District. Dr. Bera, the most senior of the group, reflected on the significant progress of the Indian American community in US politics, sharing a post on X (formerly Twitter) expressing his pride: “When I was first sworn in twelve years ago, I was the sole Indian American Member of Congress and only the third in US history. Now, our coalition is six strong! I am excited to welcome even more Indian Americans to the halls of Congress in the years to come!”
In his post, Bera also shared a picture of the six Indian American representatives on the floor of the House of Representatives, marking a historic moment for the community. The other members who were sworn in include representatives from various states, underscoring the growing influence of Indian Americans in US politics.
This historic achievement highlights the increasing political participation and influence of Indian Americans, who have steadily been making their mark in the nation’s political landscape. With these six leaders, Indian Americans continue to play a significant role in shaping the future of the United States.
