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Who is Veena Reddy? The former US diplomat who got embroiled in USAID $21 million voter turnout controversy

IndiaTimes Friday, 21 February 2025
Former USAID mission director for India, Veena Reddy, is under scrutiny after US President Donald Trump questioned a $21 million aid package aimed at boosting voter turnout in India. The BJP claims this confirms foreign interference in Indian elections, while Congress dismisses the remarks.
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