India, Sept. 26 -- Social media is increasingly becoming a platform for Indian professionals and families to share their frustrations over the rejection of US tourist visas, despite having strong financial records and stable jobs. Many have claimed that they have found their applications denied, often with little explanation. An Indian man, while in a conversation with an American YouTuber, shared one such incident involving his friend. The man claimed that his friend was asked to explore India first before visiting the US.

"Told to See His Own Country First," Instagram user and vlogger Jay wrote. In the video, he is seen talking with a man who says he has visited 29 states in India.

The man recalls that once his friend's US tourist vis...