Delhi is 11.5 hours ahead of Chicago (CST) or 10.5 hours ahead (CDT). When it's 8:00 AM in Chicago, it's 7:30 PM in Delhi. India does not observe DST.
Chicago uses CT (Central Time) while Delhi uses IST (India Standard Time).
Optimal window: 6:00 AM - 8:00 AM Chicago time (5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Delhi). Early morning calls from Chicago reach evening hours in Delhi.
Chicago's business and tech sectors have extensive partnerships with Delhi companies.