Telangana CM Reddy meets US Ambassador Gor to strengthen ties, resolve visa issues
New Delhi, August 5
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy met with the US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, in New Delhi. The courtesy meeting lasted for more than 30 minutes, during which they discussed a range of important issues.
The Chief Minister emphasised the need to strengthen cooperation between Telangana and the United States in the fields of education, employment, investments, technology, and research. He requested an increase in the number of US visas issued to students from Telangana pursuing higher education in the United States and sought support to ensure that visa appointments are available on time. He also urged the Ambassador to increase visa interview slots and expedite the processing of visa applications.
The Chief Minister brought to the Ambassador's attention the concerns of professionals from Telangana working in various sectors in the United States. He requested that the H-1B visa process, renewals, and visa stamping procedures be streamlined to avoid delays. He also suggested that advance notice be provided regarding any changes to US visa regulations.
The two leaders also discussed the safety and welfare of Telangana students studying in the United States.
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy highlighted the vast investment opportunities available in Telangana for American companies. He stated that the state is ready to partner with the United States in sectors such as Information Technology (IT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Life Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, Startups, Research, and Advanced Technologies.
He also requested support in encouraging US universities to collaborate with educational institutions in Telangana and proposed expanding student exchange programs, research collaborations, innovation initiatives, and skill development programs.
The Chief Minister noted that Telugu is one of the fastest-growing Indian languages in the United States. He said he was impressed by Ambassador Sergio Gor's knowledge of India's history and culture and appreciated the Ambassador's interest in Telangana's culture, traditions, cuisine, and strengths.
Ambassador Sergio Gor assured the Chief Minister of full cooperation in further strengthening trade, investment, cultural exchanges, and people-to-people ties between Telangana and the United States.
— ANI
Reader Comments
As an American who works with many Telugu-speaking colleagues in tech, I can vouch for how much they contribute to our economy. Glad to see the diplomatic channels working on making these exchanges smoother. It's a win-win for both countries.
It's about time our CM focuses on issues that actually matter to the common citizen. Student visas and H-1B delays affect thousands of Telugu families. Also nice to see cultural diplomacy being part of the discussion - Telugu cuisine is indeed underrated! 😄
Good move, but I hope this isn't just photo-op diplomacy. We've seen many such meetings in the past with little follow-through. I'd like to see concrete results in the next few months, especially for students who can't get visa slots despite paying huge application fees.
Interesting to see state-level diplomacy gaining traction. The US-Telangana connection is genuinely strong - from tech parks to educational exchanges. Hope Ambassador Gor follows through on those assurances about cultural exchanges and investment partnerships.
As a student from Hyderabad studying in the US, this news gives me hope! The visa appointment wait times are ridiculous - I know people who missed their entire semester because of the delays. Also appreciate the focus on student safety and welfare. 🤞
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