A US-based advocacy organization has launched a new tracker to document the rising wave of “anti-India hate” incidents across the United States.The Indian American Advocacy Council (IAAC) has released a report and guide titled “Stop Indian Hate: Hate Incident Tracker and Community Action Guide”, recording verified incidents of online abuse, public harassment and discrimination targeting the Indian American community from late 2025 to February 2026. The initiative also provides resources on how victims can report hate incidents and get legal help.
According to the group, anti-India rhetoric has increased on social media platforms and public forums in early 2026. The report compiles documented cases and explains the legal protections available to victims under US civil rights law. It also includes instructions for filing complaints with federal, state, and local agencies as well as community support contacts.One of the key incidents mentioned in the report is the confrontation at the Frisco, Texas city council meeting on February 3, 2026, where tensions rose over immigration and the growing Indian American population in the city. Several MAGA veterans and conservative influencers urged residents to attend the meeting and speak out about “Indian takeover” in Texas, which is naturally a red state. ‘America First’ supporters linked the issue to the H-1B visa program and argued that immigration from India was changing the city’s demographics. He accused Indian immigrants of “stealing” jobs from Americans on their home turf. The controversy escalated when a commentator claimed that residents were frustrated with Indians living in the same area and were creating a ruckus.The IAAC said it began documenting such incidents in an effort to track patterns of hate and provide evidence for civil rights action. The group has previously condemned “xenophobic and racially charged rhetoric” directed at Indian American residents and warned that labeling legal residents as “Indian settlers” is tantamount to targeted bullying.In addition to tracking incidents, the guide aims to help victims respond effectively. It outlines reporting procedures, filing deadlines, and a template complaint letter that community members can use when contacting authorities.