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'Mind it': Billionaire Anand Mahindra praises Kash's FBI confirmation
Indian-origin Kash Patel officially became the FBI’s ninth director after the Senate confirmed his nomination in a narrow 51-49 vote.
File photo. / Reuters
Billionaire Anand Mahindra was among the many voices celebrating Kash Patel’s appointment as the new Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the chairman of Mahindra Group shared his thoughts on Patel’s tough persona, writing: "Doesn’t look like you can mess with this guy… 'Mind it.'"
Kash Patel, new Director of the FBI
— anand mahindra (@anandmahindra) February 22, 2025
Doesn’t look like you can mess with this guy…
Mind it pic.twitter.com/CxHns8eqUj
Patel, a 44-year-old Republican and a first-generation Indian American, took the oath of office on Feb.21, placing his hand on the Hindu holy book Bhagavad Gita. His appointment has drawn praise from Indian and international figures, with many hailing it as a testament to diversity and the strength of the American political system.
Indian politician Karti P. Chidambaram echoed this sentiment, posting: "It’s a testimony to the U.S. Constitution that a person belonging to an ethnic & religious minority grouping can become the Director of the FBI.” He added that it is “practically unthinkable here in India under the present political dispensation.”
It’s a testimony to the U.S. Constitution that a person belonging to an ethnic & religious minority grouping can become the Director of the @FBI. Practically unthinkable here in India under the present political dispensation. https://t.co/r7BwS7IxiY
— Karti P Chidambaram (@KartiPC) February 22, 2025
Patrick Brauckmann, a Canadian-origin Sanatani by practice, also reacted with enthusiasm, highlighting the significance of Patel taking the oath on the Bhagavad Gita. He referred to Patel as a "cult hero" and remarked on the moment's uniqueness, saying it felt like a time when "Krishna is now in charge."
"Place your hand on the Gita and raise your right hand".
— Patrick Brauckmann ️ (@vonbrauckmann) February 21, 2025
Cult hero @Kash_Patel gets sworn with the Bhagavad Gita with @AGPamBondi. What a time to be alive. Krishna is now in charge. pic.twitter.com/uqIBmQXt1C
Following his swearing-in, Patel addressed the audience, emphasizing that his appointment symbolized the resilience of the "American dream”.
"A first-generation Indian leading the FBI is a testament to what is possible in this country. The American dream is alive and well," he said.
Patel officially became the FBI’s ninth director after the Senate confirmed his nomination in a narrow 51-49 vote.
Patel’s journey to the FBI
Born in New York in 1980 to Gujarati parents, Patel spent his early years in East Africa before returning to the U.S. He attended Garden City High School in Long Island and later earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Richmond. He further pursued a law degree and a certificate in International Law from the University College London Faculty of Laws.
Patel has had an extensive career in national security and law enforcement. He previously served as the National Security Advisor and Senior Counsel for the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI), playing a key role in intelligence oversight.
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