Political Fallout in India After Trump’s H-1B Visa Fee Hike

The imposition of a $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications by Donald Trump has drawn sharp criticism from the Indian political landscape. Rahul Gandhi, a prominent Congress leader, has accused the Indian government of weakness in response to the move, which significantly impacts the IT industry, particularly Indian professionals working with major US IT companies. The Congress party, via social media, highlighted the increased costs associated with the H-1B visas, emphasizing the potential negative consequences for Indian job opportunities and the flow of remittances from the US. Senior Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi also questioned the government’s approach, pointing out the impact on the future of talented Indians.