Indian mobility to the UK is witnessing a steep decline, with Home Office data showing work visas for Indians halved to 81,463 in 2024 and student visas dropping 42% from the previous year. Policy shifts, including salary hikes and restrictions on dependants, are reshaping choices, pushing Indian students and professionals to reconsider Britain as a destination.
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