New Delhi, Dec. 25 -- Harsh V Pant, Vice President of the Observer Research Foundation (ORF), on Wednesday discussed US' scrapping of H1B visa lottery, expected to significantly impact Indian professionals, who account for over 70% of H-1B visa applicants.

The new system, effective February 27, 2026, aims to curb abuse of the program and protect American workers, but critics argue it may limit opportunities for skilled Indian workers.

Speaking to ANI, Pant highlighted that the Trump administration's decision has raised concerns about the US's talent pool and its ability to serve industry. Many American corporations have expressed concerns about the lack of skilled workers, and the new rule may exacerbate this issue.

"There are two issu...