Dehradun, Nov. 13 -- The Indian diaspora-numbering over 35 million across 200+ countries-serves as a vital "living bridge", as stated by EAM Jaishankar, connecting India with the world through culture, enterprise, and diplomacy. Comprising Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs), this global community shapes bilateral relations and drives economic growth while navigating complex socio-political hurdles.
The opportunities are many. As an economic powerhouse, India remains the world's top remittance recipient, receiving over $135 billion annually. These inflows stabilise the balance of payments, boost household incomes, and fuel Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and start-up funding. In the fields of knowledge and inn...