Ministry of External Affairs of the Republic of India
Ministry of External Affairs of the Republic of India
09/20/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/20/2025 07:59
Statement by the Official Spokesperson regarding restrictions to the US H1B visa program
The Government has seen reports related to the proposed restrictions on the US H1B visa program. The full implications of the measure are being studied by all concerned, including by Indian industry, which has already put out an initial analysis clarifying some perceptions related to the H1B program.
2. Industry in both India and the US has a stake in innovation and creativity and can be expected to consult on the best path forward.
3. Skilled talent mobility and exchanges have contributed enormously to technology development, innovation, economic growth, competitiveness and wealth creation in the United States and India. Policy makers will therefore assess recent steps taking into account mutual benefits, which include strong people-to-people ties between the two countries.
4. This measure is likely to have humanitarian consequences by way of the disruption caused for families. Government hopes that these disruptions can be addressed suitably by the US authorities.
New Delhi
September 20, 2025
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