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The Consulate General of India, Atlanta serves Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee and the US Virgin Islands.
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India–US trade hit an estimated record USD 239.60 Bn in 2025, up from USD 141.54 Bn in 2018. Next goal: USD 500 Bn by 2030, “Mission 500”. 📈🇮🇳🤝🇺🇸
#IndiaUS #Mission500
India in Atlanta retweeted
India is making remarkable economic progress, driven by innovation, infrastructure, and expanding opportunities. Encouraging to see its growth story gaining global recognition. 🇮🇳
An insightful read by Mr. Noah Smith.
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India in Atlanta retweeted
South Carolina’s Governor Honours Diwali!🪔✨
🔹We thank Governor Mr. Henry Dargan McMaster for proclaiming November 10, 2026, as “Diwali – Festival of Lights Day” across the Palmetto State.
🔹South Carolina’s Indian-American community joined more than a billion people worldwide in celebrating the victory of light over darkness, families coming together in thanksgiving and reflection, and the illumination of lamps as a symbol of enlightenment.
🔹The proclamation also recognizes India as a valued trade and investment partner for the state for over a decade—with 15 establishments employing more than 700 people and $145.5 million in investments—while noting the cultural richness South Carolina’s Indian-American population brings to the fabric of the state.
(November 10, 2026, Columbia, South Carolina)
India in Atlanta retweeted
Consul General Mr. Satish Sivan met President Dr. Taylor R. Randall @PresidentUofU during his visit to the Salt Lake City campus of the University of Utah @UUtah. He interacted with members of the Indian Student Association, who guided him on a tour of the campus.
The engagement also encompassed discussions with leaders of the Office for Global Engagement on strengthening academic and research collaboration with Indian institutions, including the opportunities emerging under India’s National Education Policy 2020.
Consul General toured the Nanofab, the university’s facility for semiconductor and nanotechnology research, and met the leadership team of the Fintech Center.
The visit underscores the Consulate’s engagement with Utah’s academic and innovation community.
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India in Atlanta retweeted
In an effort to strengthen cooperation between Indian cinema and Hollywood, CG @drkjsrini visited Los Angeles Center Studios and Echelon Studios Hollywood and held discussions exploring Hollywood's evolving #film and #television production landscape. The visit focused on strengthening #IndiaUS collaboration in the #entertainment industry.
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#IndiaInLA #IndiaUS #Hollywood #IndianCinema #FilmProduction #CreativeIndustries #CulturalDiplomacy
India in Atlanta retweeted
Consul General Mr. Satish Sivan visited Brigham Young University @BYU in Provo, Utah, on November 10, where he held discussions with University President Dr. C. Shane Reese and exchanged views with students and members of the academic leadership.
The discussions focused on strengthening academic ties between BYU and Indian institutions through student and faculty exchanges, including prospects for research partnerships and joint and dual degree programmes under India’s National Education Policy 2020 and subsequent reforms.
The visit forms part of the Consulate’s ongoing outreach to Utah’s academic community and its efforts to deepen India-Utah educational linkages.
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India in Atlanta retweeted
*Oregon State Issues Proclamation Honouring India's Festival of Lights!*
Thank Hon’ble Governor Tina Kotek for issuing a special proclamation declaring 8 November 2026 as “Diwali – The Festival of Lights Day” across the State of Oregon!
The proclamation celebrates Diwali’s timeless message of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance and hope over despair, while recognising the vibrant Indian-American community whose cultural heritage enriches Oregon’s social, economic and civic fabric.
#DilSeDiwali
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India in Atlanta retweeted
Governor Tina Kotek Celebrates Diwali at Oregon’s Capitol !
Thank The Oregonian for beautifully capturing the spirit of Diwali celebrations at the Oregon State Capitol with Hon’ble Governor Tina Kotek and the Indian-American community!
📰 Read the special coverage 👇
oregonlive.com/pacific-north…
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India in Atlanta retweeted
*Seattle Celebrates Diwali, Stands United Against Hate!*
A powerful message of solidarity from the Seattle City Council!
As the Council celebrated Diwali with a special proclamation and ceremonial lighting of the Diya, Council members extended warm Diwali greetings and strongly condemned the disruption of the celebrations at Seattle Center Armory on 7 November.
Thank the Seattle City Council for standing firmly with the Indian-American community and reaffirming that hatred and intolerance have no place in Seattle.
🎥 Watch the heartfelt messages from the Council! 👇
(10 November 2026, Seattle, Washington)
#DilSeDiwali
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India in Atlanta retweeted
🇮🇳 Diwali Celebrations in Georgia 🇺🇸
🔹Consul General Dr. Sumit Seth (@doctorsumitseth) participated in the annual Diwali Celebrations at the BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir.
🔹The evening was beautifully illuminated by a spectacular fireworks display and the traditional lighting of the lamps, marking the triumph of light over darkness.
🔹Addressing a gathering of over 10,000 people, the Consul General conveyed warm Diwali greetings and shared in the festive spirit of the occasion with the community.
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India in Atlanta retweeted
South Carolina’s Governor Honours Diwali!🪔✨
🔹We thank Governor Mr. Henry Dargan McMaster for proclaiming November 10, 2026, as “Diwali – Festival of Lights Day” across the Palmetto State.
🔹South Carolina’s Indian-American community joined more than a billion people worldwide in celebrating the victory of light over darkness, families coming together in thanksgiving and reflection, and the illumination of lamps as a symbol of enlightenment.
🔹The proclamation also recognizes India as a valued trade and investment partner for the state for over a decade—with 15 establishments employing more than 700 people and $145.5 million in investments—while noting the cultural richness South Carolina’s Indian-American population brings to the fabric of the state.
(November 10, 2026, Columbia, South Carolina)
🇮🇳 Diwali Celebrations in South Carolina 🇺🇸
🔹 Consul General Dr. Sumit Seth (@doctorsumitseth) was honoured to celebrate Diwali with the Honourable Governor of South Carolina, Mr. Henry Dargan McMaster, at the Governor’s Mansion in Columbia.
🔹 We are grateful for his proclamation recognising Diwali as a festival of deep spiritual significance to India and the Indian diaspora.
🔹 The Consul General conveyed wishes of health, happiness and prosperity to Governor McMaster on behalf of the people of India.
South Carolina’s Governor Honours Diwali!🪔✨
🔹We thank Governor Mr. Henry Dargan McMaster for proclaiming November 10, 2026, as “Diwali – Festival of Lights Day” across the Palmetto State.
🔹South Carolina’s Indian-American community joined more than a billion people worldwide in celebrating the victory of light over darkness, families coming together in thanksgiving and reflection, and the illumination of lamps as a symbol of enlightenment.
🔹The proclamation also recognizes India as a valued trade and investment partner for the state for over a decade—with 15 establishments employing more than 700 people and $145.5 million in investments—while noting the cultural richness South Carolina’s Indian-American population brings to the fabric of the state.
(November 10, 2026, Columbia, South Carolina)
South Carolina’s Governor Honours Diwali!🪔✨
🔹We thank Governor Mr. Henry Dargan McMaster for proclaiming November 10, 2026, as “Diwali – Festival of Lights Day” across the Palmetto State.
🔹South Carolina’s Indian-American community joined more than a billion people worldwide in celebrating the victory of light over darkness, families coming together in thanksgiving and reflection, and the illumination of lamps as a symbol of enlightenment.
🔹The proclamation also recognizes India as a valued trade and investment partner for the state for over a decade—with 15 establishments employing more than 700 people and $145.5 million in investments—while noting the cultural richness South Carolina’s Indian-American population brings to the fabric of the state.
(November 10, 2026, Columbia, South Carolina)
India in Atlanta retweeted
The Union Cabinet today, under the leadership of PM @narendramodi approved projects and programmes worth Rs. 77,101 crore.
✅ The development of Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum, with an outlay of Rs 3,230 crore. With the world’s largest display area of more than 1 lakh sq m, the Museum will be a landmark national institution showcasing the continuity, diversity & richness of Bharat’s civilizational heritage.
✅ The Noida Metro Aqua Line extension, an 8.5 km elevated corridor with 5 new stations,
linking Noida & Greater Noida West to Delhi Metro, at an estimated cost of Rs 2,390 crore. The Aqua Line will cut down travel time, ease congestion & lower pollution.
✅ The NBS subsidy rates for Rabi 2026-27, the total outlay being about Rs 62,370 crore, 64% higher from last Rabi season. It will boost the domestic production & affordable alternatives, reduce import reliance, support farmers first policy along with food security & farm incomes.
✅ Continuing the Credit Guarantee Fund for Micro Units under Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana, with an outlay of Rs 5,000 crore, keeping collateral-free loans available for 5 years. This will lower guarantee fee, improve quality of lenders loans, supporting entrepreneurship & growth.
✅ Continuing the Credit Guarantee Fund for Stand-Up India with a corpus of Rs 4,111 crore towards credit guarantee over 5 years, supporting inclusive growth and creating jobs for women & SC/ST entrepreneurs.
#CabinetDecisions
The Union Cabinet today, under the leadership of PM @narendramodi approved projects and programmes worth Rs. 77,101 crore.
More here ⬇️
The Union Cabinet today, under the leadership of PM @narendramodi approved projects and programmes worth Rs. 77,101 crore.
✅ The development of Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum, with an outlay of Rs 3,230 crore. With the world’s largest display area of more than 1 lakh sq m, the Museum will be a landmark national institution showcasing the continuity, diversity & richness of Bharat’s civilizational heritage.
✅ The Noida Metro Aqua Line extension, an 8.5 km elevated corridor with 5 new stations,
linking Noida & Greater Noida West to Delhi Metro, at an estimated cost of Rs 2,390 crore. The Aqua Line will cut down travel time, ease congestion & lower pollution.
✅ The NBS subsidy rates for Rabi 2026-27, the total outlay being about Rs 62,370 crore, 64% higher from last Rabi season. It will boost the domestic production & affordable alternatives, reduce import reliance, support farmers first policy along with food security & farm incomes.
✅ Continuing the Credit Guarantee Fund for Micro Units under Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana, with an outlay of Rs 5,000 crore, keeping collateral-free loans available for 5 years. This will lower guarantee fee, improve quality of lenders loans, supporting entrepreneurship & growth.
✅ Continuing the Credit Guarantee Fund for Stand-Up India with a corpus of Rs 4,111 crore towards credit guarantee over 5 years, supporting inclusive growth and creating jobs for women & SC/ST entrepreneurs.
#CabinetDecisions
India's visa framework is getting simpler and more streamlined
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India's visa framework is getting simpler and more streamlined!
✅ From 13 to 9 main visa categories
✅ From 49 to 23 visa subcategories
✅ 65-70% fewer fields in visa application forms
The revised framework aims to make choosing the appropriate visa category easier, for tourism, education, medical treatment or business purposes.
👉 Swipe to understand what is changing.
Important: Issuance of visas under the revised framework is expected by the end of 2026. Applicants should continue to follow the currently applicable visa guidelines until implementation.
🔗 Official visa portal: indianvisaonline.gov.in/
🔗 Source: pib.gov.in/PressReleaseDetai…
@MEAIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @IndianDiplomacy @drkjsrini @PIB_India @PIBHomeAffairs @CPVIndia @IndiaVisaDC @passportsevamea @meaMADAD @moayush @EduMinOfIndia @MinOfCultureGoI @MoCA_GoI @DoC_GoI @_DigitalIndia @vfsglobalcare
#IndiaVisa #VisaUpdate #IndiaInLA #VisitIndia #StudyInIndia #GovernmentOfIndia
India in Atlanta retweeted
India's visa framework is getting simpler and more streamlined!
✅ From 13 to 9 main visa categories
✅ From 49 to 23 visa subcategories
✅ 65-70% fewer fields in visa application forms
The revised framework aims to make choosing the appropriate visa category easier, for tourism, education, medical treatment or business purposes.
👉 Swipe to understand what is changing.
Important: Issuance of visas under the revised framework is expected by the end of 2026. Applicants should continue to follow the currently applicable visa guidelines until implementation.
🔗 Official visa portal: indianvisaonline.gov.in/
🔗 Source: pib.gov.in/PressReleaseDetai…
@MEAIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @IndianDiplomacy @drkjsrini @PIB_India @PIBHomeAffairs @CPVIndia @IndiaVisaDC @passportsevamea @meaMADAD @moayush @EduMinOfIndia @MinOfCultureGoI @MoCA_GoI @DoC_GoI @_DigitalIndia @vfsglobalcare
#IndiaVisa #VisaUpdate #IndiaInLA #VisitIndia #StudyInIndia #GovernmentOfIndia
India in Atlanta retweeted
From roots to renewed connections! 🇮🇳🌍
The countdown to the 19th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2027 begins with the launch of its official website by Hon’ble EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar and Hon’ble Chief Minister of West Bengal, Shri Suvendu Adhikari.
📍Kolkata | 7–9 January 2027
✨Theme: From Roots to Return: Reigniting Diaspora Connect with Bharat.
A celebration of shared heritage, global achievements and stronger bonds with the Indian diaspora.
🌐 The official website brings together event details, registration information and important advisories: Register now: pbdindia.gov.in
#PBD2027 #PravasiBharatiyaDivas #IndianDiaspora #Kolkata #BharatVerse
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India in Atlanta retweeted
Launch of Website for 19th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2027 teapaw.org/i/broadcasts/2AMPXBgmb…
