Washington DC, Jan. 29 -- Indian-American Congressman Ro Khanna and Republican Lawmaker Rich McCormick will co-chair the Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans in the US House of Representatives in the new Congress, according to an official release.

Representatives Andy Barr and Marc Veasey will continue as vice co-chairs. Congressmen Brad Sherman, who formerly served as chair, will continue to serve as chair emeritus, the release stated.

"A strong partnership with India is critical for our economy and national security. It is an honour to continue serving as co-chair of the India Caucus and to welcome Rep. Rich McCormick as the caucus's new co-chair. Rep. McCormick has supported policies to strengthen the US-India relations...