Sameera Fazili has been appointed deputy director of the U.S. National Economic Council
The appointment on Thursday of Kashmir-origin Sameera Fazili as deputy director of the U.S. National Economic Council (NEC) by President-elect Joe Biden sparked off celebrations amongst her extended family in Srinagar.
Ms. Fazili’s aunt Mehmooda Fazili, in her 70s, is busy flipping through international news channels, at her home in Srinagar’s Hawal area.
“Since the news broke, I am continuously watching CNN television channel to get her glimpse. I did talk to her mother yesterday. They are elated. But Sami is very busy. This is a great moment for the family. She has been extraordinary. She quit medical school to pursue her passion,” Ms. Mehmooda told