Gandhi’s legacy reminds us that unity and collective action are crucial; Indian communities abroad need organized platforms to protect their rights and interests
This week marked the 156th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, a global icon whose moral courage reshaped India and inspired movements worldwide. Gandhi’s true achievement lay not in personal success but in mobilizing society for the common good, demonstrating that collective action can drive meaningful change, reported timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
- Despite remarkable professional success abroad, the Indian diaspora has yet to translate individual achievements into collective political influence to defend its interests
- Indian communities abroad excel in cultural celebrations and religious gatherings, yet rarely mobilize against policies that adversely affect them, such as H1-B visa fee hikes or trade tariffs
Stricter immigration laws, racial profiling, and hate crimes impact Indians collectively, yet forums to address these challenges remain scarce. Unlike the Pakistani or Jewish communities, which maintain media platforms and coordinated advocacy, the Indian diaspora often lacks a unified voice to influence policy or protect its members.
The need of the hour is a pan-Indian platform that bridges linguistic and regional divides, enabling the diaspora to collectively engage with governments, defend human rights, and safeguard community interests worldwide.
Without such unity, the Indian diaspora risks remaining a scattered collection of successful individuals, prosperous yet powerless. Gandhi’s teachings on moral courage and collective action serve as a reminder that true strength lies in standing together.
