After spending close to a decade in the United States, an Indian tech professional returned to his homeland in January 2024, carrying the joy of homecoming in his heart. However, his experiences upon arrival were heartbreakingly contrary. His story has sparked a spectrum of opinions on social media.
In a revealing Reddit post, he narrated his ordeals upon returning to India after his company laid off around 300 employees. With his H-1B visa expired and the company's withdrawal of his green card application, he found himself at a crossroads.
On Reddit, he expressed, "I returned to India in January 2024 excited to start anew in my homeland, but adjusting has been elusive even after a year."
Frustration with the System
Throughout the year, he attempted to settle in major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad but was met with frustration due to India's failing infrastructure. His Reddit post highlighted 11 major grievances including poorly maintained roads, chaotic traffic, severe pollution, disorganized public services, and the distressing sight of public urination.
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He enumerated 11 challenges that made living in India exceedingly difficult. Faulty infrastructure, endless traffic woes, relentless air pollution, public urination, and disorganized public services all combined, leaving him mentally exhausted daily.
Sympathy on Social Media
His story resonated deeply with many on Reddit and other platforms. One user shared, "I, too, returned in 2023 from the US, abandoning everything. Yes, these issues are real, but adaptation takes time."
Another agreed, saying, "Your points are valid. Lack of civic sense is rampant in India. Consider trying the Middle East, Europe, or adapt in top-tier Indian cities."
Sharing his experience from Australia, another contributor remarked – "What you wrote is entirely true. I, too, am grappling with these challenges."
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An Australian woman who arrived in India in 2023 recently shared her initial confusion as to why her Indian friends were surprised when she insisted on handling all the household chores herself. Later, she realized that domestic help in India isn't a luxury but a necessary part of living.
