A Reddit post about a young Indian professional's career dilemma has struck a chord with many users online. After completing a master's degree in the United States and enduring a year-long job hunt, the user finally secured a job four months ago. However, just as things appeared to be settling down, a new opportunity emerged — a ₹28 lakh per annum (LPA) job offer in Bengaluru.
The situation has become even more complicated because the user's H1-B visa was recently selected, while his STEM OPT remains valid until July 2026. Now, he faces a difficult choice: continue building a career in the US or return to India and be closer to his ageing parents.
