He argued that dual citizenship would provide much-needed stability to Overseas Indians facing economic uncertainties, particularly in the United States. “Recent tariff escalations and geopolitical tensions have placed many Indian-origin professionals and entrepreneurs in unpredictable situations. With dual citizenship, they would gain the confidence and security required to continue building long-term assets and investments in India, ensuring uninterrupted economic engagement even during global fluctuations,” he said.

Expressing concern over rising security issues affecting the Indian community in Canada, especially incidents involving people from Punjab, he said dual citizenship would give diaspora families a greater sense of protection and reassurance, along with legal clarity and stronger institutional backing from India.

The forum further highlighted that dual citizenship would significantly enhance India’s economic, cultural and diplomatic influence worldwide. “By empowering millions of Indians abroad, India would amplify its soft power and strengthen its standing in international decision-making. Economically, dual citizenship could unlock record levels of investment into India. With deeper emotional and legal ties, NRIs would be encouraged to make long-term commitments in manufacturing, technology, real estate, infrastructure and startups,” he said.

In the technological domain, the benefits would also be transformative. Dual citizenship would make knowledge transfer, research collaboration and cross-border innovation more seamless, helping India accelerate its transition into a high-tech global leader.

The forum added that tourism, philanthropy and community-led development initiatives would naturally rise with the introduction of dual citizenship. More frequent travel, simpler compliance rules and renewed emotional belonging would encourage diaspora families to contribute more actively to India through humanitarian work, educational support and charitable initiatives.

IndUS Canada urged policymakers, including Prime Minister Modi, to take cognisance of this long-standing demand of the global Indian community. The forum stressed that dual citizenship is not merely a privilege but a powerful pathway for unleashing India’s full potential on the world stage.