Indian students going to foreign nations are more discerning now
India, Nov. 13 -- India has become a "powerhouse" of global mobility and foreign visits have turned from aspiration to necessity for Indians, VFS Global founder Zubin Karkaria said on Thursday.
Speaking on the opening day of the 24th Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, Karkaria said 30 years ago, a foreign holiday was possibly an Indian's highest social desire after buying a house, but that had changed. "Now, it's not a luxury anymore. It's not a desire anymore; it's a necessity," he said. "The passport penetration in India is around 8%. So, there's a huge amount of new travellers that are coming in."
The demand, according to him, spans segments. India sends more skilled workers abroad than any other country, is a growing source of traveller...
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