In this context, the Prime Minister referred to the role of skilled Indian talent in enriching the American economy and society. He urged developing a reflective, balanced and far-sighted perspective on movement of skilled professionals".As of now, Indian professionals are granted a large number of the visas that allow residence in the US for six years. Indian businesses, particularly in the technology sector, are likely to be affected by the sentiment that H1B visas are "abused" and often become a path to citizenship in the US. One of them is led by Bob Goodlatte, chairman of the powerful House judiciary committee, which is visiting India from February 20 to 23. The Republican leaders include Congressman George Holding, co-chair of the India Caucus, Jason Smit and Dave Trott.

Source: Times of India February 21, 2017 21:09 UTC