Rahul Gandhi demands revocation of H-1B visas’ suspension by US

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday demanded that the suspension of H-1B visa by the United States be revoked as it would impact millions of Indians and US firms.

“America has benefited enormously by embracing India’s vast talent pool through its H-1B program. Its suspension will impact millions of Indians and US firms. It should be revoked,” he said on Twitter.

US President Donald Trump on June 23 issued a proclamation to suspend issuing of H-1B visa, which is popular among Indian IT professionals, along with other foreign work visas for the rest of the year, to protect American workers in a crucial election year.