Constitution of India does not allow holding Indian citizenship and Citizenship of a foreign country simultaneously. ... It is reiterated that holding an OCI card in no way entitles its holders to claim the status of dual citizenship.

Can you be a dual citizen of US and India?

The Constitution of India does not allow dual citizenship, that is, holding Indian citizenship and citizenship of a foreign country simultaneously.

Why does India not allow dual citizenship?

No. The Indian constitution does not have a provision of dual or multiple citizenship. ... As per the Passports Act, 1967, it is mandatory for all Indian passport holders to surrender their passports to the nearest Indian mission or post immediately after acquiring the nationality of another country.