A Strong Indian Foreign Policy for Heralding an Indian Imperialism

We, as Indians need to be more and do more. We have to stretch outward and expand externally to grow as a nation and more importantly to benefit the world. I have been working on the external canvas for nearly a decade. This kind of action is required from whoever can rise for the task of reaching out to the world. There is a vacuum for some country which is clean to do more and take the world on a good path in the distant future. The countries which cannot sustain themselves or live without sustainable practices cannot and shouldn't lead the world. It will be left for other players to bring the world together and guide along a correct trajectory. If there is any resonance and any semblance of veracity of my actions of the last decade, we need to do more on the world stage.  Simply, the Indians need to be more assertive, exerting and imperialistic as a nation to shape itself, shape other nations and the world. We need to stand for ourselves, our roots and spread the branches far and wide. 

Service to world is service unto self. We need to serve other locations, other states, other countries and people if Indians need to serve their own selves. I have been serving United States for the past many years with my work and this is required if Indian image has to be enhanced in the western mindsets. A country well imagined and well opinionated will fare well eventually. There are limitless examples of Indians serving on foreign soil with diligence and good work ethic. Even if we leave the common man, there are many examples of great Indians spreading out their wings and leaving a firm imprint on foreign land. It is due to their foreign achievements, their voice and personality which has tremendous influence upon fellow Indians of past and present. The likes of Swami Vivekananda, Mahatma Gandhi, Srila Prabhupada etc. have become cultural icons in India because of their foreign escapades. These people have left indelible imprint on the foreign nations they served which has tremendously helped to make a case within India. 

India needs to assume the role of cherished Vishwa Guru or the teacher for the world. Ancient India has always taught the world great educational and social principles and directives which is applied in varied forms of human living. The teacher for the world needs to emerge again to educate the populace for their living fulfillment. At its root, the concept of Vishwa Guru for India is deeply rooted in its cultural, spiritual, and philosophical heritage. The term evokes the vision of India as a global leader, offering wisdom, values, and practices that can guide humanity toward peace, harmony, and sustainable development. Throughout history, India has been a beacon of knowledge, spirituality, and cultural diversity, and the aspiration to play the role of Vishwa Guru reflects both a nod to its glorious past and a vision for its role in contemporary global affairs. India’s aspiration to be Vishwa Guru is not about dominance or control but about offering guidance, wisdom, and solutions that align with the principles of peace, justice, and universal well-being. By drawing on its rich heritage and modern capabilities, India has the opportunity to lead the world towards a more sustainable, and equitable future. 

India is remarkable in leading the world due to its principle tenet of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, a Sanskrit phrase meaning "The World is One Family". It is a timeless expression drawn from ancient Indian philosophy that encapsulates the idea of global unity, interconnectedness, and collective well-being. We are all one big family without any quarrels, wars or enmity between the family members. India leading the world will bring global peace and harmony. This is in the innate cultural DNA of the great land to take the world along this path. The one Indian works for global peace, mutual co-existence, shared brotherhood and well-being of last person of last mile. This concept, rooted in the Hindu text Maha Upanishad, has found resonance not just within India but globally, especially as humanity grapples with challenges that transcend national boundaries. This philosophy calls for living harmoniously, transcending divisions of nationality, race, religion, and economic status, to work toward the greater good of all. Indians need to rise for the occasion to expand externally and to establish this world order to bring together all the elements into one family. 

In line with serving the foreign land and enabling the rise of India as Vishwa Guru, the nation has the largest number of overseas workers. India holds the distinction of being the country with the highest number of emigrants globally. This trend is rooted in historical, economic, and socio-cultural factors, reflecting India’s complex relationship with global migration patterns. With over 18 million Indian emigrants spread across the world, according to the United Nations' International Migration Report 2020, the Indian diaspora has become a powerful force contributing to both their host countries and their homeland. To tell an example, Kamala Harris, born to an Indian mother is the first female Vice President and the first woman of Indian descent to hold the position for 4 remarkable years. She has been a strong advocate for social justice, civil rights, and progressive policies during her career as a senator and as vice president. She even ran for the most powerful office in the world in a close and well fought race after earning democratic nomination. This is unheard in the history and soon a person of Indian descent may become a U.S. President. This came true in U.K. during the present times when Rishi Sunak held the highest office serving the nation very well. There are numerous other CEOs and high positioned employees in many fortune 500 companies from Indian origin. Thus, there is a favorable Indian wave in the west and we need to ride it to bring laurels to one and all. 

The current times have been extremely favorable for the Indian Prime Minister to work externally. Having won more than 15 highest national awards from as many nations, he has been the most sophisticated diplomatic personality the world has ever seen. After winning the third 5-year term, he can leverage the tremendous position for a great advantage to influence the world order in a good way. Simply, the Indian need to do more externally and it should begin with our Prime Minister. We can mediate between nations, we can stop wars, we can strive for good relations and we can purposefully intervene for creating good stimulus and atmosphere. The PM has a great responsibility for bring millions from the poverty in homeland. Fortune, growth and prosperity comes from expansion and there cannot be a great time to enable a prosperous world. When India comes out of poverty, the world becomes rich. By doing more we are doing great service to other nations. My act of moving to U.S. and working here is in full promise for a great America. By doing more, we are realizing that dream and we need to do even more externally. 

Our action pales in comparison to what British did to the world. London is the center of world politics for as long as three centuries or 300 years. Do we have any shame after looking it emerge from a small, tiny nation. The British Empire was the largest and one of the most influential empires in human history, spanning continents and shaping global political, social, and economic landscapes over centuries. I am conversing in English and became an ambassador of English language from India due to the great British intervention and exertion. Their intentions might be bitter or bad or good but I am a best example of great British imperialism in a very positive way. Creating a story of mine has centuries of action behind it and I bow down to the masters for writing a great future with a tremendous past. Needless to say, the best outcomes from their efforts are multifold. The language and the Indian IT industry ease of operation owes in part to the colonialism. I don’t say it is all good but we are in the days of drawing the harvest from the crop whose seeds are sown way back. At its height in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the British Empire controlled approximately a quarter of the world's landmass and population, earning the phrase "the empire on which the sun never sets." The British Empire's vast reach reshaped the world in fundamental ways, leaving behind a legacy of complexity, challenge, and change. While the empire no longer exists in its former glory, its impact endures in the economic, cultural, and political fabrics of numerous countries around the globe. That is the action of one tiny nation and its imprint upon the world. Imagine what great outcomes are in store when even greater Indians venture to leave a much larger imprint on the world. 

While India’s potential to be a Vishwa Guru is immense, it must also navigate challenges to fulfill this role effectively. India’s success at home strengthens its credibility and ability to lead abroad and leading abroad brings success at home. Winning this two-way battle needs to the agenda for every Indian. I would like to give voice to my action of last few years and this should be the example to extend and expand externally. Our action of today will create a great future for tomorrow. There is no denying this fact and every Indian should strive in this direction. I would like to give one last example before closing the argument. 

Śrīla Prabhupāda profoundly impacted the spiritual landscape by bringing the ancient teachings of Bhakti Yoga and the Hare Krishna movement to the world. In 1965, at the age of 69, he traveled to the United States with limited resources but an unwavering determination to fulfill his guru’s wish to spread the teachings of Lord Krishna globally. Prabhupāda founded the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) in 1966, transforming it into a worldwide spiritual movement emphasizing devotion to God, compassion, and spiritual knowledge. He translated and commented on over 60 volumes of Vedic texts, including the Bhagavad-gītā As It Is and the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam, making complex spiritual wisdom accessible to millions. His efforts established more than 100 temples, farm communities, schools, and ashrams globally, spreading the mantra chanting of Hare Krishna across continents. He inspired millions to adopt a spiritually-centered life, promoting vegetarianism, meditation, and ethical living. Prabhupāda’s charismatic leadership and teachings nurtured a global community rooted in devotion, unity, and spiritual enlightenment, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to inspire and uplift humanity worldwide. 

The simple question is can we strive to become the next follower of this example so the future can have the fruits of our work just like we are enjoying their past work. In times of distress and extreme hopelessness, I fall back and enjoy the comfort emanated from the action of these great men. We can be the source of light and hope to countless poor and needy through our work of today.