The Global Organization for People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) officially launched its Dallas Chapter during a prestigious ceremony at Bhartiya Nivas in Dallas, Texas. The event brought together a broad cross-section of the Indian diaspora and marked a significant milestone in strengthening community advocacy and representation across North Texas. It served as a high-profile gathering of diplomatic representatives, community leaders, and professionals united by a shared vision for the region’s rapidly growing Indian-origin population.

The Global Organization for People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) officially inaugurated its Dallas Chapter at Bhartiya Nivas, Texas, in a ceremony that brought together a diverse assembly of the Indian diaspora, diplomatic representatives, and community leaders. The event marked a major step in enhancing advocacy, cultural preservation, and civic engagement for Indian-origin residents across North Texas.The program featured a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony led by Consul General of India in Houston, D.C. Manjunath, GOPIO International Chairman Dr. Thomas Abraham, and International President Prakash Shah

The Global Organization for People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) officially launched its Dallas Chapter on March 29, 2026, during a prestigious ceremony at Bhartiya Nivas. The event, attended by a cross-section of the South Asian diaspora, was hailed as a significant step forward in strengthening community advocacy and representation in North Texas. The event served as a high-profile gathering of diplomatic figures, community stalwarts, and professionals, all coming together to launch a unified platform for the region’s rapidly growing Indian population.

In this powerful episode of Light to Lighten, host Guru Sowle sits down with the founding board of the newly launched GOPIO Texas (Global Organization of People of Indian Origin), a chapter set to redefine how the Indian diaspora connects, collaborates, and creates impact abroad. From vision to execution, this conversation goes beyond introductions. It dives deep into what GOPIO Texas truly stands for, not just as an organization, but as a movement. This episode is not about titles or positions. Light to Lighten continues to bring voices that don’t just inspire, but shift perspectives and spark action 

Welcome to our March 2026 issue of the GOPIO International News Bulletin. As we move forward with a renewed cadence of monthly issues, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed, submitted, and coordinated content across our Chapters. Your active participation is what keeps our global GOPIO family vibrant, connected and able to share the very best of our work with readers around the world. A few key notes to help us publish smoothly: please continue tosubmit articles as Word documents and images as JPEG attachments.

The Women’s Council Wing of the Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) hosted a webinar on February 23rd titled, “Understanding Action Against Domestic Violence.” Held virtually, the webinar brought together speakers and participants from the USA, Canada, India, Australia and New Zealand. The panel was put together by GOPIO Women’s Council Chair Charu Shivakuamr from Southern California. GOPIO Chairman Dr. Thomas Abraham, welcomed participants.

Explore the latest edition of the GOPIO News Bulletin for JANUARY – FEBRUARY 2026 Independence Day Issue, your gateway to the most significant updates, events, and achievements within the Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) community. In this issue, discover insightful articles, feature stories, and exclusive interviews highlighting the diverse accomplishments and contributions of the Indian diaspora worldwide.

Dear President Trump,
On behalf of the Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO), we
respectfully write to express our deep concern regarding the proposed $100,000 feefor new H-1B visa applicants. Founded in the United States in 1989, GOPIO has
grown to 100 chapters in 35 countries. Our U.S.-based members, as American
citizens, are committed to supporting…..

A Perspective from GOPIO
Dr. Thomas Abraham, Chairman, Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO), Inc., Stamford, Connecticut, USA – The Indian Diaspora—now numbering over 35 million people worldwide—constitutes oneof the most widespread, dynamic, and influential global communities. Spanning more than 150 countries, People of Indian Origin (PIOs) represent an economic and cultural forceunparalleled among world diasporas…