WASHINGTON (TIP): The Asia Group, a Washington based leading strategic and business consultancy foundation to the world’s most impactful and innovative companies operating across Asia, recently hosted an event where India’s Ambassador to the US Harsh Vardhan Shringla was the keynote speaker.

The Ambassador spoke on “India’s Elections: Understanding the results and implications” at the event, moderated by former US Ambassador to India Richard Verma, Vice Chairman and Partner at The Asia Group, where he leads the firm’s growth in South Asia.

Characterizing the Indian elections as the world’s largest democratic exercise, Ambassador Shringla referred to the historic voter turnout; record participation of women; aspiration of young voters; and the significance of a clear and unambiguous mandate for the growth and economic development of India. Ambassador also responded to queries from the audience comprising of representatives of US government agencies, think tanks, and corporate houses.