For decades, indians have migrated to the US, UK, and other Western nations, chasing career growth and security.
But cracks are appearing in the West’s promise:
The US sharply hikes H-1B visa fees
The UK imposes rising taxes, and safety concerns grow
The result? NRIs are leaving in droves, choosing destinations like Dubai, singapore, Japan, Portugal, Switzerland, and Nordic countries, where security, meritocracy, and quality of life are guaranteed.
And here’s the shocking part: not a single nri is even considering returning to India.
The question every policymaker must ask: why isn’t india attractive enough to bring back its own talent?
1. H-1B Fee Hike Drives indians Out of the US
The latest US regulations mean skilled indian workers are paying exorbitant fees just to work abroad.
Many are cutting losses and relocating to countries with lower costs and better treatment.
2. Rising Taxes and Safety Issues Push UK NRIs Away
The UK, once a favorite for indian expats, is losing its charm due to heavy taxation and safety concerns. NRIs are moving to places that respect talent and protect their citizens.
3. The New Hotspots: Dubai, singapore, Japan, Portugal, Switzerland, Nordic Countries
These nations offer:
Merit-based opportunities
High quality of life
Security for families
Efficient governance and lifestyle perks
indians are flocking there in search of stability and respect, something India has yet to offer at home.
4. India Is Losing Its Own People
Despite being the country of origin, india fails to attract even a fraction of returning NRIs.
The issues?
• Limited merit-based opportunities• Bureaucratic hurdles
• Lack of infrastructure for high-skilled professionals
5. Talent Migration Is Not Just About Money
NRIs are choosing security, career growth, and lifestyle over nostalgia.
India can’t compete without reforms that respect talent and reward merit.
6. Policy Inaction Is Costing the Nation
Every skilled professional who chooses Singapore over Bengaluru or Zurich over Mumbai is a brain drain india can’t afford.
Policymakers must ask: how do we make india the destination, not just the origin?
7. The Urgent Question: Why Are NRIs Not Returning?
It’s not just about jobs or salaries.
NRIs are looking for trustworthy governance, safety, meritocracy, and quality of life.
Until india delivers all four, the exodus will continue, and foreign nations will reap the benefits of indian talent.
🔥 Final Word:
The world’s doors are opening where merit, security, and quality of life are valued.
India can either watch its brightest minds leave forever, or wake up and become the nation its own talent dreams of returning to.
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