'Not targeted at India': Marco Rubio clears the air on green card, H-1B, student visa policy changes | India News

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has stated that recent changes to US visa policies, including those affecting green cards, H-1B visas, and student visas, are not targeted at India. Rubio made the remarks while addressing concerns from the Indian diaspora and officials.

The clarification comes amid speculation that stricter visa rules could impact Indian professionals and students in the United States. Rubio emphasized that the policy adjustments are part of broader immigration reforms and not intended to single out any particular country.

Indian officials had raised questions about the potential impact on the large Indian community in the US, which includes thousands of H-1B workers and international students. Rubio's statement aims to reassure that the changes are applied uniformly.

The US continues to value the contributions of Indian talent, Rubio added, and will work to ensure that visa processes remain fair and transparent for all applicants.