Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu’s “Return to India” call divides the internet.
Sridhar Vembu is officially starting a “Brain Gain” movement. The Zoho founder is urging high-skilled Indians in the US to ditch their Green Card dreams and come home to build. He argues that while remittances help, India desperately needs the actual talent to solve local problems. While some agree, others are pointing out that salary gaps and city infrastructure are still the biggest hurdles for anyone planning to make the move back. Zoho founder says India needs talent, not just remittances
- India needs the creators of tech, not just the money they send home.
- The Zoho founder warns that social discomfort for Indians abroad is rising fast.
- Respect on the global stage comes from a strong economy, not sympathy.
- Critics highlight that Indian taxes and lifestyle still don’t match Silicon Valley standards.
👉 Why this matters: As the US tightens its visa rules in 2026, the choice between “career in dollars” or “impact in rupees” is becoming a real-world dilemma for millions.
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