New Delhi, Sept. 20 -- Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge today criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi following the announcement by US President Donald Trump to impose a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visas, stating that the move will significantly affect Indian tech professionals, who make up nearly 70 per cent of H-1B visa holders.

In a post on X, Kharge expressed deep concern over what he termed as "return gifts" he received after the birthday call from the so-called "Abki Baar, Trump Sarkar" government, highlighting several policies that adversely affect Indian interests.

"Indians are pained by the return gifts you have received after the birthday call. Birthday Return Gifts from your "Abki Baar, Trump Sarkar" Govt!," Kharge said. ...