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Washington, DC
Indian diaspora in the US and in every other nation they adopt, are lauded for their focus on Education, contribution to Science & Technology, Entrepreneurship skills, commitment to Social Service, and above all giving their best to the nation they migrate to. India has produced several influential personalities who have made their mark on the global stage, here are nine notable individuals of Indian origin:
Sunita Williams: An astronaut known for her space explorations, Sunita Williams has Indian roots through her father and Slovenian heritage through her mother.
Sundar Pichai: Born in Tamil Nadu, India, Sundar Pichai is the CEO of Alphabet Inc. and Google LLC, making him a prominent figure in the tech world.
Satya Nadella: Originally from Hyderabad, Satya Nadella leads Microsoft as its CEO, contributing significantly to the technology industry.
Kamala Harris: The first female Vice President of the United States, Kamala Harris has Indian ancestry through her mother and Jamaican heritage through her father.
Vivek Ramaswamy: Known for his presidential debates as a Republican Party candidate, Vivek Ramaswamy also has Indian origins.
Rishi Sunak: The former Prime Minister of the UK, Rishi Sunak, along with his wife Akshata Murthy, proudly represents India.
Anita Desai: A renowned Indian-American author, Anita Desai has gained acclaim for her insightful novels in international literary circles.
Indra Nooyi: The former CEO of PepsiCo, Indra Nooyi, hails from Tamil Nadu, India, and is considered one of the most influential women in history.
Amartya Sen: A Nobel Prize-winning economist and philosopher, Amartya Sen’s work on welfare economics and social justice has left a lasting impact.
These individuals exemplify India’s rich contributions to the world across various fields. Very much like a true Indian, they have Indian roots and are enabling the rich growth of the whole world.
