# Piyush Goyal visit to Indian diaspora in US

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/piyush-goyal-visit-to-indian-diaspora-in-us
> Updated: 2026-10-03T03:00:03.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal visited the Chicago area to address the Indian diaspora. During his visit, Goyal paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at the Mahatma Gandhi Memorial sculpture in Skokie, Illinois, reflecting on Gandhi’s principles of non-violence, simplicity, and truth.

Goyal described the Indian-American community as a ‘living bridge’ and ‘ambassadors’ between India and the United States. He encouraged the diaspora to remain dedicated to the United States while maintaining an emotional connection to India. Additionally, Goyal reaffirmed the Indian government’s commitment to supporting its citizens abroad during times of distress, citing previous crises in Yemen and Ukraine as examples of India’s willingness to stand by its people globally.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-03: Piyush Goyal calls Indian-Americans a ‘living bridge’ to the US

Indian Minister Piyush Goyal called Indian-Americans a ‘living bridge’ between India and the US, urging the diaspora to remain loyal to their adopted home while maintaining ties to their heritage.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/piyush-goyal-calls-indian-americans-a-living-bridge-to-the-us

### 2026-10-03: Piyush Goyal assures Indian diaspora in US of India's support

Minister Piyush Goyal told the Indian diaspora in the US that India is ‘watching your back’ and will support its citizens facing crises anywhere in the world.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/piyush-goyal-pledges-indian-government-support-to-us-diaspora

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