FM Nirmala Sitharaman At Stanford | Indian Diaspora: Pillar Of India’s Global Rise

In a compelling keynote at Stanford University's Hoover Institution, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman lauded the role of the Indian diaspora in shaping India’s global image. Calling the diaspora a “pivot of India’s foreign policy,” she emphasised how their innovation, transparency, and excellence across the world serve as inspiration back home. With heartfelt appreciation, she drew parallels between global success stories like Bengaluru’s tech boom and the entrepreneurial spirit of Indians worldwide. Sitharaman also highlighted Prime Minister Modi’s consistent engagement with overseas Indians, reinforcing their role in diplomacy and nation-building. This address wasn't just a speech — it was a call to celebrate India’s soft power driven by its citizens abroad.