RELIGIOUS NEWS AGENCY (REDNA) – The first US summit for Hindu Americans, on political engagement, has been held on Capitol Hill.
Dr Romesh Japra, founder and chairman of American4Hindus, believes Hindus are well represented in professions such as medicine, culture, business and law, but politically they are far behind.
He said: “We feel that Hindu Americans are being discriminated against, that is why we thought it was a good idea to bring all the organisations together.”
There were 130 people from 14 organisations at the gathering and speakers encourages them to stand for election.
They are also involved in the welcome for the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi when he visits the Capitol next week.