Powerful US lawmakers and eminent members of the Indian-American community have welcomed the nomination of Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti as the country's next envoy to India.
US President Joe Biden on Friday announced the nomination of Garcetti, 50, as the US Ambassador to India.
I am honoured to accept his nomination to serve in this role, Garcetti said in a statement soon after he was nominated for the role.
Top American lawmakers and eminent members of the Indian-American community described it as an excellent choice.
Mayor Garcetti is an excellent choice to serve as US ambassador to India. The importance of India to the global economy and national security will only continue to grow over the coming years and having a steady hand to guide our relationship with that nation is vital, Senator Dianne Feinstein said.