The Indian National Overseas Congress, USA announced to-day that its President Mr. Juned Qazi has resigned from his post effective immediately.

In a statement issued by Mr. Qazi, he has taken responsibility for the ensuing confusion due to his statement on the whereabouts of Shri. Rahul Gandhi and, therefore, resigned from the post of the President of Indian National Overseas Congress, USA. effective September 28, 2015.

â€˜INOC is grateful to Mr. Qazi for his years of dedicated work on behalf of the organization and hopes that he would continue to be a strong voice for the values and principles the Congress party stands forâ€™ said Harbachan Singh, Secretary General of INOC, USA.

His position has been filled by the Sr. Vice President, Mr. Mohinder Singh Gilzian as interim President. Mr. Gilzian has been with INOC from its inception and served in various capacities. Prior to his migrating to the U.S.A, he was active with the Youth Congress in Punjab.

â€˜Mr. Gilzian is a firm believer and faithful stalwart of the Congress party and the INOC over the years and it is only appropriate that he takes up the helm and lead the organization at this critical junctureâ€™ Said George Abraham, Chairman of the INOC, USA. â€˜We wish him well and assure him of our undivided loyalty and supportâ€™ Mr. Abraham added.

Juned Qazi resigns; Mohinder Singh Gilzian takes over as President of the Indian INOC