India seeks stronger dialogue with US on H-1B visa policies

India is seeking stronger dialogue with the United States regarding H-1B visa policies. The Ministry of External Affairs emphasized the importance of mobility and migration in U.S.-India relations, highlighting the significant number of Indian professionals and students in the U.S. Concerns are rising as Donald Trump prepares for a second term, which may bring stricter immigration policies. His previous administration saw increased denial rates for H-1B and L-1 visas, affecting many Indian IT professionals. Trump's administration had also proposed raising wage requirements for H-1B visa holders, which could impact tech firms reliant on foreign talent. The tech sector is closely monitoring potential changes in immigration policies.