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US Suspends Indian IT Giants from Green Card Programme, Goyal Urges Fewer H-1B Visas
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🗓 10 Oct 2026, 07:48 PM
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The US has suspended Indian IT giants from its green card programme, prompting Union Minister Piyush Goyal to suggest that limiting H‑1B visas could help retain skilled workers and boost domestic economic activity.
The United States has recently suspended several Indian IT giants from its green card sponsorship programme, a move that has drawn attention from Indian policymakers. The programme, which allows companies to sponsor permanent residency for eligible employees, was halted after concerns were raised about national security and the need for stricter vetting.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal took to Instagram to respond to the development, arguing that a reduction in H‑1B visas could actually benefit India’s economy. He said that fewer visas would encourage companies to retain skilled professionals within the country and stimulate greater economic activity at home.
Goyal’s remarks underscore the importance of keeping talent in India and reducing reliance on overseas employment. By limiting H‑1B visas, he believes firms will be more inclined to invest in domestic recruitment and training.
Industry analysts warn that the US suspension could alter hiring patterns for Indian IT firms, potentially accelerating a shift toward local talent pools and reshaping the sector’s global workforce strategy.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal took to Instagram to respond to the development, arguing that a reduction in H‑1B visas could actually benefit India’s economy. He said that fewer visas would encourage companies to retain skilled professionals within the country and stimulate greater economic activity at home.
Goyal’s remarks underscore the importance of keeping talent in India and reducing reliance on overseas employment. By limiting H‑1B visas, he believes firms will be more inclined to invest in domestic recruitment and training.
Industry analysts warn that the US suspension could alter hiring patterns for Indian IT firms, potentially accelerating a shift toward local talent pools and reshaping the sector’s global workforce strategy.