Indian-American Kash Patel was sworn in as the ninth director of the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on Friday. Know the full news? 
Kash Patel :-Indian-American Kash Patel took the oath as the new Director of the FBI on Friday. U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi administered the oath, and Patel chose to take it by placing his hand on the Bhagavad Gita. He described this moment as the biggest honor of his life.
A Strong Trump Supporter
Kash Patel is known as a staunch supporter of former U.S. President Donald Trump. His swearing-in ceremony took place at the Indian Treaty Room in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building near the White House. During his speech, he emphasized his cultural values and pledged to work towards protecting the United States from all threats.
However, his appointment was not smooth. There was intense debate in the U.S. Senate over his nomination. The Republican-majority Senate approved his appointment with a narrow 49-51 vote. Interestingly, two moderate Republican Senators, Susan Collins (Maine) and Lisa Murkowski (Alaska), voted against him, aligning with the Democrats.
Kash Patel’s Indian Roots
Kash Patel was born on February 25, 1980, in New York, USA. His family originally hails from Bhadran village in Anand district, Gujarat. However, long before his birth, his ancestors had migrated to Uganda in East Africa. Due to political instability under Ugandan dictator Idi Amin in 1972, his family, like many other Indians, was forced to leave. They briefly returned to India, later moved to Canada, and eventually settled in the United States.
According to Rajesh Patel, the BJP President of Anand district, Kash Patel’s family tree includes 18 generations of the Patel community, but his name has yet to be added.
A Journey from Law to National Security
Kash Patel has a law degree and has worked in several key roles in the Trump administration. He served in the National Intelligence Office, the Department of Defense, and was a federal prosecutor specializing in counterterrorism.
His name first gained prominence during the 2016 U.S. Presidential elections when he criticized the FBI’s investigation into alleged links between Trump and Russia. At that time, he was part of the House Intelligence Committee and played a key role in questioning the FBI’s probe. Later, he joined Trump’s administration and served as the Chief of Staff in the Department of Defense.
A Devotee of Lord Shiva
Kash Patel’s uncle, who wished to remain anonymous, revealed that he is a devoted follower of Lord Shiva, Hanuman, and Ganesha. He has a special prayer space in his Washington, D.C. apartment where he regularly performs puja (worship).
Interestingly, while he is widely known as Kash Patel in America, his family members call him “Kashyap”.
A Matter of Pride for the Indian Community
Kash Patel’s journey from a small village in Gujarat to becoming the head of the FBI is a remarkable story of determination and hard work. His appointment is a moment of pride for the Indian-American community.
As the Director of the FBI, he will now be responsible for strengthening America’s national security. His story is a testament to how perseverance, cultural roots, and dedication can help anyone rise to the top—no matter where they come from.