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Indian American Impact celebrates Georgia primary wins
The group said the results reflect the growing political influence of South Asian Americans in Georgia politics.
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Malvika Choudhary - Fri, 22, May 2026
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Indian American Impact welcomed the electoral victories of its endorsed candidates on in the Georgia primaries.
The organization dubbed the wins and runoff qualifications in races for lieutenant governor, state senate, and state house, a sign of the growing political influence of Indian and South Asian American communities in the state.
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Among the candidates advancing to runoff elections is Nabilah Islam Parkes, who is running for lieutenant governor. Indian American Impact said Parkes is positioned to become the first South Asian and Asian American lieutenant governor nominee from any party in Georgia history.
Rahul Garabadu also advanced to a runoff in the State Senate District 7 race.
The organization also pointed to several outright primary victories.
Jyot Singh won the Democratic primary for State House District 97 and is on track to become the first Sikh elected official in Georgia history.
Saira Draper secured victory in the State Senate District 44 primary, while Akbar Ali won the Democratic nomination for State House District 106 and will continue serving as the youngest state legislator in Georgia.
“Results in Georgia speak to the growing political power and representation of our communities. We are thrilled to see so many South Asian leaders stepping into the halls of power and ensuring our communities have a voice at every level of government,” said Chintan Patel, executive director of Indian American Impact.
“Each of these leaders will fight every day to lower costs for working families, protect fundamental freedoms, and fiercely defend immigrant communities against MAGA extremism. Indian American Impact is proud to stand alongside them as we continue building a more inclusive and representative democracy in Georgia and across the country,” Patel added.
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