Indian Gov’t Accuse USAID of Rigging Elections in India

India’s government has accused the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) of rigging its elections, escalating tensions between the two democracies. This bombshell claim accompanies a bold demand for a decade-long audit of USAID’s activities, spotlighting alleged foreign meddling in India’s sovereign affairs.

The move follows revelations of suspect financial dealings by USAID, prompting India to question the integrity of U.S. aid programs. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has formally requested the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi to submit detailed expenditure reports for all USAID-funded projects in India over the past ten years.

Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh confirmed the request, noting that while some data is publicly available, India expects an official U.S. response. The allegations and audit push raise thorny issues about the misuse of American taxpayer funds to manipulate foreign elections.

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Naturalnews.com reports: The request follows revelations from Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which exposed USAID’s $21 million expenditure on “voter turnout” initiatives in India. While the Indian Express later clarified that these funds were intended for Bangladesh, the damage was done. The mere suggestion of foreign interference in India’s elections has sparked outrage across the political spectrum, with both the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the opposition Congress party accusing each other of benefiting from foreign funds.

“We have seen information put out by the U.S. administration regarding certain USAID activities and funding. These are obviously very deeply troubling. This has led to concerns about foreign interference in India’s internal affairs,” said Indian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal.

Historical context: A pattern of overreach

This is not the first time USAID has faced scrutiny for its activities abroad. Historically, the agency has been accused of using its funds to advance U.S. geopolitical interests under the guise of humanitarian aid. In the 1970s, USAID was implicated in efforts to destabilize governments in Latin America, and more recently, it has been criticized for its role in promoting regime change in the Middle East.

India’s demand for transparency is a bold move that reflects a broader global skepticism of foreign aid programs. Critics argue that such initiatives often serve as a Trojan horse for political manipulation, undermining the sovereignty of recipient nations. The fact that USAID’s funding in India totals 750 million over the past decade — with 97 million allocated in the most recent fiscal year alone—only amplifies concerns about how these funds are being used.

Raids and revelations: The money trail

Adding fuel to the fire, India’s Enforcement Directorate recently raided eight locations linked to USAID activities, including premises associated with the Open Society Foundations, a nonprofit controlled by billionaire George Soros. The raids uncovered a $3 million money trail leading to various NGOs, raising questions about the transparency and accountability of these organizations.

Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has been vocal about his concerns, stating that while USAID was allowed to operate in India “in good faith,” recent revelations suggest activities “which are in bad faith.” He emphasized that NGOs receiving foreign funding are obligated to declare their sources of money, adding, “the facts will come out.”

A call for accountability

The implications of this scandal extend far beyond India. At a time when U.S. taxpayers are grappling with inflation, a ballooning national debt and wasteful government spending, the idea that their hard-earned dollars are being used to meddle in foreign elections is nothing short of infuriating. President Donald Trump’s freeze on USAID funding is a step in the right direction, but more must be done to ensure that foreign aid programs are not being weaponized for political gain, especially with the deep state working against him through activist judges.

India’s demand for a comprehensive audit is a wake-up call for the U.S. government. It is time to reevaluate the role of USAID and other foreign aid agencies, ensuring that they operate with transparency, accountability and respect for the sovereignty of other nations. Americans need to demand answers from their elected officials. How much of our money is being wasted on dubious projects abroad? And how can we ensure that foreign aid serves its intended purpose—helping those in need — rather than advancing hidden agendas?