[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 29 (Wednesday, February 14, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H620]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING DR. SWATI KULKARNI

  (Mr. CARTER of Georgia asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thank Dr. Swati 
Kulkarni for her time serving as the consul general of India.
  Dr. Kulkarni, who initially aspired to pursue a career in medicine, 
made a pivotal shift to Foreign Service. Her journey included work in 
diverse locations like Oman, South Africa, and the United Kingdom.
  Understanding the responsibility of representing a country with a 
flourishing economic profile and a population constituting one-fifth of 
the world, she realized the importance of looking beyond her own 
community.
  Throughout her time as consul general, Dr. Kulkarni conducted a 
series of more than 150 meetings with elected officials across the 
southern United States.
  This extensive outreach included interactions with 7 governors, over 
20 mayors, and more than 20 congressional leaders.
  Her efforts were aimed at building alliances and fostering 
connections that extended beyond regional and cultural boundaries.
  As a testament to her dedication, Swati Kulkarni was honored with 
flowers and a plaque commemorating her impactful contributions, marking 
a momentous occasion in her diplomatic journey.
  Thank you for your important diplomatic work, Dr. Kulkarni.

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