Consul General Dr. K. Srikar Reddy’s visit to Honolulu Hale signals renewed momentum in the city’s relationship with India.
On January 22, 2026, Consul General Dr. K. Srikar Reddy visited Honolulu Hale alongside Dr. Raj Kumar, bringing with him the possibility of a meaningful new chapter in Honolulu’s international partnerships. The meeting centered on the prospect of establishing a sister city relationship with a city in India that shares similar characteristics and scale with Honolulu.
Dr. Kumar opened the conversation by presenting a historical overview of ties between Honolulu and India, tracing the arc of a relationship built over many years. His remarks provided important context for the discussions ahead, highlighting both the depth of existing connections and the potential for even closer collaboration.
Dr. Reddy, who brings a wealth of international experience to his role — having previously served postings in Vietnam and India before his current tenure in San Francisco — expressed enthusiasm about the idea of formalizing ties between Honolulu and a comparably sized Indian city. While the two sides agreed that further discussions will be needed to assess compatibility and mutual benefit, the meeting struck an optimistic tone.
A vivid example of those bonds came through in Dr. Kumar’s remarks about International Yoga Day. For seven consecutive years, hundreds of visitors have traveled specifically from the U.S. mainland to participate in Honolulu’s annual celebration at Kapiʻolani Park each June — a testament to the cultural affinity that already exists.
