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The Economic Times
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Why NRIs don’t return to India even after saving ₹5-6 Crore? A young Indian abroad explains

A young Indian living abroad has started an interesting debate on the internet after he explained why many NRIs don’t come back to India even after saving ₹5-6 crore or more. His comments, which went viral on social media, have sparked discussions on various topics ranging from quality of life and career growth to healthcare, family ties and the future of India. A Simple Question That Sparked A Huge Conversation Standing on a snow-covered street abroad, the young NRI asked a question that resonated with thousands of Indians online: If a person has already saved enough money to live comfortably in India, why do they choose to live abroad?

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The answer, he said, is much more complex than money.

The video resonated, with people discussing one of India’s most contentious issues, why talented professionals choose to make their lives elsewhere, despite deep emotional and cultural ties to home.

Why Many NRIs Stay Abroad

For him, higher salaries are only part of the story. Over the years, many migrants adapt to environments they see as more convenient and predictable.

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