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The Indian diaspora in the West has become an important force in shaping India's politics.
During his recent US tour, Rahul Gandhi, the leader of the opposition in Parliament, sparked controversy back home with his pointed criticisms of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his interactions. Naturally, it wasn’t taken well by leaders of the ruling party, who condemned Gandhi’s remarks, saying his comments insulted India’s national pride on a global stage. But move beyond allegations and counter allegations and you would realize that Gandhi's engagement with the Indian diaspora in the US was not just a diplomatic visit but a strategic manoeuvre, underscoring the growing influence …
