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The Harsh Reality of Indians Deported from the USA
Why Are Young Indians Obsessed with Moving Abroad?
Hi everyone, my name is Gurkaran, and I’m back with another blog. Today, I want to talk about a growing concern—Indians being deported from the USA.
When I hear young people say, “I am going abroad because there are no opportunities in India,” it deeply bothers me. I remember when I was in college, I used to think a lot about my career. I wasn’t the best student, and my communication skills weren’t great. I often wondered—What will I do with my life?
Like many middle-class kids, I had dreams—buying my own house, driving a luxury car, and spending money without worry. But to achieve all this, I needed good opportunities. And during the 2008 recession, many Indians started going abroad, believing there was no future in India.
At that time, it cost around ₹10–12 lakh for a student to move abroad on a study visa. Even my elder brother wanted to go. But I decided to stay and try my luck in India. I knew I wasn’t great at studies, but that didn’t mean I had no skills. I was good at sports and participated in extracurricular activities, which helped build my personality and confidence.
During my college days, I would go to public places and strike up conversations with strangers—boys and girls—on random topics. This practice boosted my confidence and prepared me for my career.
The Harsh Reality of Life Abroad
Today, when I see the reality of life abroad, I feel sad. Many people blindly follow others just because 1 USD equals 86 INR. But they don’t look at the full picture. If you consider Purchase Power Parity (PPP), you’ll see that earning $4,000 in the US isn’t necessarily better than earning a decent salary in India.
Many Indians hesitate to work hard in their hometowns because they fear judgment. They enjoy partying in expensive clothes bought with their parents’ money, but when it comes to real work, they worry about their status.
Ironically, the same people who feel ashamed to work in India are willing to do labor jobs abroad. They work as carpenters, salesmen at petrol stations, or even car washers. Why? Because when they return, they want the fake respect of being “foreign-returned.”
This mindset has led to an insane obsession. Those who fail the IELTS exam don’t give up; they find illegal ways to go abroad, spending even more money but earning less than skilled workers.
India Has Opportunities—You Just Need Skills
I don’t understand why people keep saying, “There are no opportunities in India.” I am a living example that if you work hard, you can succeed anywhere. Many self-made individuals I’ve met have built successful careers in India without leaving their homeland.
Just a few days ago, I met a General Manager of an administration company that provides manpower to the government sector. He told me, “Anyone who says there are no jobs in India is the most worthless person on Earth. That person simply lacks skills.” Even a peon in a school earns ₹20,000–₹25,000 per month without a degree.
The Deportation Nightmare
Now, let’s talk about the brutal reality—mass deportations.
With Trump back in power, the US has intensified its crackdown on illegal immigrants. Recently, the US deported over 200 illegal Indian migrants on a military cargo plane to Amritsar. This is part of a larger strategy, as nearly 725,000 Indians live illegally in the US. Reports suggest that 18,000 of them already have removal orders, and 2,000 are in detention.
India has made its stance clear—it will accept deported individuals only after proper verification. Meanwhile, thousands of illegal migrants face an uncertain future.
The Harsh Truth
Imagine spending ₹50 lakh to ₹1 crore to go abroad illegally, only to return as a deportee with nothing. How humiliating is that? Many of these returnees now struggle to find jobs in India, after wasting years abroad doing low-paying labor.
So, before following the herd, ask yourself—Is it worth it?
I’m not saying moving abroad is bad. But do it the right way—with proper education, skills, and legal means. There are plenty of opportunities in India if you’re willing to work hard and develop your skills.
Let’s change our mindset. Instead of chasing foreign lands blindly, let’s focus on creating a better future—right here at home.
