India in Los Angeles

On Diwali’s auspicious occasion @LACity organised an event in the #LACityHall hosting members of #IndianDiaspora & @CGILosAngeles led by CG @drkjsrini - with lighting of the traditional lamps, traditional music & dance and handing over of #Diwali proclamation + welcoming new…1/3

On Mar 2, CG @drkjsrini met with representatives of the Zoroastrian Association of California in #SoCal to discuss strengthening engagement between the #ZoroastrianCommunity & the broader #IndianDiaspora. Discussions focused on fostering greater participation in community initiatives and promoting cultural understanding. @MEAIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @IndianDiplomacy #IndiaUS #SoCal #LosAngeles

On Mar 25, CG @drkjsrini was the Chief Guest at the District Export Council meeting in Ontario CA, to discuss opportunities in expanding collaboration between #India-US in logistics, advanced manufacturing, education, space, defence, AI, Semiconductors, IT & other sectors. In his keynote speech, he highlighted the growth story & economic development of #India and urged the participants to join hands in strengthening partnerships across Southern California’s dynamic #industrial & #logistics landscape, while exploring avenues to enhance economic engagement and #investment. @MEAIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @IndianDiplomacy #IndiaUS #SoCal #LosAngeles

On Apr 5, @CGILosAngeles joined the Grand Shiv Jayanti Celebration 2026 celebrations in La Palma, CA, commemorating the life & legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj organized by SMAP (Shivaji Maharaj Antarrashtriya Parivaar). The event brought together members of the #IndianDiaspora to reflect on shared heritage, cultural pride & the enduring values of leadership, courage & good governance. Consul Kulwant Singh engaged with the community, highlighting the importance of preserving historical legacy and strengthening cultural linkages across generations. @MEAIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @IndianDiplomacy #IndiaUS #SoCal #LosAngeles

CG @drkjsrini engaged with members of the #IndianDiaspora at a community event in Phoenix, AZ, fostering meaningful dialogue & strengthening community connections. The interaction provided an opportunity to exchange perspectives, listen to community experiences, and highlight the enduring cultural ties that bind #India & #US. CG @drkjsrini reaffirmed the Consulate’s commitment to serving Indians, and the Indian diaspora, promoting inclusive community partnerships. @MEAIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @IndianDiplomacy #IndiaUS #Phoenix

On Feb 27, CG @drkjsrini held engaging discussions at the University of Arizona with academic leaders & researchers, including President Suresh Garimella @SVGarimella, Dean Jenny Lee, and leading academics including Krishna Muralidharan, Hillary Vance, Caleb Simmons, Chad Bender & Ramya Anche. Discussions highlighted opportunities for collaboration across various disciplines including #engineering #astronomy #online education #geology #water conservation #Semiconductors #aerospace #management & international programs, strengthening academic & research partnerships between #India & #US. CG also interacted with students from India & members of the #India Advisory Board, reinforcing strong educational & community linkages. @MEAIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @IndianDiplomacy #IndiaUS #Arizona

On Mar 21, CG @drkjsrini celebrated #Navroz (Zoroastrian New Year) with representatives of the Zoroastrian Association of California in #OrangeCounty & engaged with the #Zoroastrian community, highlighting the significance of preserving cultural heritage & fostering #CommunityBuilding among the #IndianDiaspora. The interaction underscored the importance of inclusive cultural engagement and strengthening people-to-people ties across diverse communities in #US @MEAIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @IndianDiplomacy #IndiaUS #SoCal #OrangeCounty

On Apr 5, @CGILosAngeles joined the #Vaisakhi Keertan Darbar & Nagar Keertan at the Los Angeles Convention Center, organized by the #Sikh Community of Southern California. The celebrations brought together hundreds in a vibrant display of devotion, culture & community spirit, reflecting the rich traditions of the #Sikh community. Consul Kulwant Singh engaged with members of the #IndianDiaspora, highlighting the significance of Vaisakhi as a celebration of faith, unity & service @MEAIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @IndianDiplomacy #IndiaUS #SoCal #LosAngeles

Launch of 🇮🇳-🇺🇸 Trade Portal! Foreign Secretary Shri Vikram Misri along with Ambassador Shri Vinay Kwatra @AmbVMKwatra launched the India-USA Trade Facilitation Portal to help power us to Mission 500! We thank @CimGOI @PiyushGoyal Hon’ble Minister of Commerce and Industry of GoI for his special message on the occasion, and leading industry voices who participated in this event. The portal is another step in the direction of unlocking the full potential of trade between 🇮🇳 and 🇺🇸 Appreciate the role of @IndiainNewYork in designing and anchoring this initiative. Registration are now open for exporters at: indiausatrade.mea.gov.in/register

On Mar 26, PIERA at Arizona State University (@ASU) hosted CG @drkjsrini for a fireside chat with the #Diaspora student organization on various issues involving the Consulate’s role in US particularly with respect to Diaspora student issues & current situation. CG exhorted the students to explore opportunities for #academic collaboration & strengthening institutional / bilateral ties. Discussions focused on advancing partnerships in #education, #research & innovation, fostering deeper engagement between Indian & US academic ecosystems. @MEAIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @IndianDiplomacy #IndiaUS #Arizona

On Mar 28, CG @drkjsrini attended #SriRamaNavami celebrations organized by the Sri Panchamukha Hanuman Temple @hanumanla temple in Torrance CA as the Guest of Honor. The sacred festival reflects the timeless values of #dharma, compassion & integrity, guiding humanity toward harmony & peace. CG engaged with #IndianDiaspora community, highlighting the opening of the @indiainla consulate, importance of preserving #culturaltraditions & strengthening community bonds across generations, following righteousness, duty & virtue based on Lord Rama’s life & ideals which continue to inspire millions across the world @MEAIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @IndianDiplomacy #IndiaUS #SoCal #LosAngeles

Consulate General of India in Los Angeles is pleased to inform the public that Indian Visa and OCI services will be available at the Consulate starting April 6, 2026 for residents of Southern California, Arizona, Nevada and New Mexico. Passport, GEP, PCC & Surrender Certificate applications will continue to be processed via @CGISFO . All applications from the above jurisdiction must be submitted at VFS Los Angeles. We look forward to serving the Indian Diaspora and all applicants in our jurisdiction 🇮🇳 For more details contact VFS at vfsglobal.com/en/individuals… and Consulate General of India at cons.la@mea.gov.in @MEAIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @IndianDiplomacy @diaspora_india @drkjsrini @VFSGlobal @ANI @PTI_News @uniindianews

The India-USA Trade Facilitation Portal is now live! Register now to access new opportunities between India and the USA across goods and services sectors along with Virtual Exhibitions and Educative Webinars. Link for registration - indiausatrade.mea.gov.in/register @MEAIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @IndianDiplomacy @IndiainBoston @CGI_Atlanta @cgihou @CGISFO @IndiainSeattle @drkjsrini @diaspora_india

On Mar 27, CG @drkjsrini met with President & CEO Terri Kimble + reps of Chandler Chamber of Commerce @ChandlerChamberofCommerce in #ChandlerAZ. Discussions centered on enhancing #IndiaUS economic cooperation, with a focus on #trade, #investment & sectoral collaboration in #technology, #lifesciences & #advancedmanufacturing. The engagement underscored the shared commitment to strengthening business relations between #India & #Arizona and fostering long-term economic growth & innovation. @MEAIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @IndianDiplomacy #IndiaUS #Phoenix

On Mar 27, CG @drkjsrini was the Guest of Honor at 19th Annual Indian Music & Dance Festival in La Jolla, CA, organized by the Indian Fine Arts Academy of #SanDiego. The festival held at David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre brought together eminent #vocalists, #dancers & #instrumentalists from India & US showcasing the richness of #IndianClassicalMusic across #Carnatic & #Hindustani traditions alongside diverse classical dance forms making it vibrant celebration of India’s artistic excellence & living traditions. CG also engaged with artists & members of #IndianDiaspora, commending efforts to preserve & promote India’s cultural heritage globally, and highlighting the role of such platforms in strengthening cultural linkages between #India & #US @MEAIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @IndianDiplomacy #IndiaUS #SoCal #SanDiego

On Mar 26, CG @drkjsrini joined the 2026 Arizona International State of the State (ISOS) in #Phoenix #Arizona, hosted by Arizona Commerce Authority @azcommerce, in collaboration with the Phoenix Committee on Foreign Relations @pzfrarizona, which brought together leaders from #industry, #academia, #DiplomaticCorps & #government, including Hon Katie Hobbs @GovHobbs, to discuss Arizona’s economic priorities, opportunities for bilateral trade & investment with a global outlook, engaging key stakeholders, highlighting opportunities to advance & strengthen #commercial & #economic linkages, promote #investment & #innovation. CG advanced the deepening of collaboration between #India & #Arizona @MEAIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @IndianDiplomacy #IndiaUS

On Mar 27, CG @drkjsrini met with leadership of DriverAI @RealDriverAI in #Arizona to discuss opportunities to expand their footprint in #India, particularly in #datacenters, #AI & emerging #digitalinfrastructure. Discussions focused on advancing strategic collaboration, fostering #innovation, and promoting investment across #technologyecosystems, reinforcing the growing partnership between #India & #Arizona, highlighting India’s expanding #digitaleconomy & the immense potential for U.S. companies to engage in high-growth sectors. @MEAIndia @IndianEmbassyUS @IndianDiplomacy #IndiaUS #Phoenix