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US-India $21M Voter Turnout Controversy

CosmicTaco · 2025-02-21T10:45:23.450902+05:30

- The US allocated $21 million to India for 'voter turnout,' sparking controversy. - BJP MP Mahesh Jethmalani questioned Veena Reddy's role in the funding. - Veena Reddy, an American diplomat, led USAID's India mission from 2021 to 2024. - Donald Trump criticized Biden's administration for the allocation, suggesting ulterior motives. - The BJP and Congress are in a heated debate over the implications of the funding. Source: [Mint](https://www.livemint.com/news/us-news/who-this-money-was-given-to-how-usaids-ex-india-chief-veena-reddy-landed-in-21-million-voter-turnout-funding-row-11740106554417.html), [Hindustan Times](https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/who-is-veena-reddy-ex-usaid-india-chief-caught-in-21-million-funding-controversy-101740096507221.html)

The US allocated $21 million to India for 'voter turnout,' sparking controversy.
BJP MP Mahesh Jethmalani questioned Veena Reddy's role in the funding.
Veena Reddy, an American diplomat, led USAID's India mission from 2021 to 2024.
Donald Trump criticized Biden's administration for the allocation, suggesting ulterior motives.
The BJP and Congress are in a heated debate over the implications of the funding.

Source: Mint, Hindustan Times