How uncertain returns are forcing Indian students abroad to return sooner

Mar 24, 2026 | 21:05 IST

As more countries raise barriers , the dream of an overseas education has lost some of its shine for many Indian students and their parents.

When Abhiprit Saha, 22, decided to pursue an undergraduate degree in environmental and resource economics at a university in the US, his aim was to gain professional experience there after completing his degree. However, after graduating in Dec 2024, he decided to return to India.

Reason? The increasing uncertainty around visa policies and long-term work opportunities in the US.

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How uncertain returns are forcing Indian students abroad to return sooner

As more countries raise barriers , the dream of an overseas education has lost some of its shine for many Indian students and their parents.

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How uncertain returns are forcing Indian students abroad to return sooner

As more countries raise barriers , ​the dream of an overseas education has lost some of its shine for many Indian students and their parents.

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As more countries raise barriers , the dream of an overseas education has lost some of its shine for many Indian students and their parents.