Returning to India? Read this before you make your decision

Should I return to India? Every Non-Resident Indian is plagued by this question at some point or the other and yet this could be one of the most difficult questions you have ever answered in your life.

If you have decided to return to India, there are a myriad of uncertainties in your mind. Add to this the fact that even NRIs who have taken the plunge and returned to India have mixed feelings about their decision.

India might be home sweet home but it is way behind in public services and quality of life. The cities are chaos, the political situation is bleak and the growing population threatens to burst the country at its seams, but India has managed to steer its economic and development agenda despite all odds. The challenges of illiteracy, poverty, pollution, health and corruption still exist but there is a young population and new opportunities look promising.

The fact of the matter is that returning to India is a completely personal decision. There are lots of quantitative and qualitative factors that influence the choice you make. What worked for your friend might not work for you.

Some Questions you could try and answer:

Why do you feel the need to return to India?
Are you in good health?
Are your parents in good health?
Would you like to spend the rest of your life in India?
How many years have you spent abroad?
Do you have the right professional opportunities?
Do you have enough monetary reserves to return to India to lead a comfortable and happy life?
Can you live with uncertainties, delays and poor services?
Is your spouse willing to return to India?
How old are your children?
Are the children open for a change of place and environment?
What about their education?
Do you actually have the social support systems in India, which you like to believe you have?
Which are the cities you are considering for relocation?
What are some specific problems with those cities?

Experiences of NRIs who have returned in the recent past are the best resources to help you make your decision. Their trials and tribulations can give you insight on what to expect on your return, what to ensure, what to ignore and how to adjust to the numerous changes in your life. You will have a better understanding of what adjustments you might have to make to fit right in. You will also get a lot of information about the city you plan to live in, including best residential areas, good schools, utilities and other day to day stuff, that will make a difference to your quality of life.

Chillibreeze is coming up with a niche publication written by its NRI contributors exclusively for NRI readers considering a move to India.

Coming Soon: Return to India: Experiences and tips for NRIs

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