India, Sept. 13 -- The persistent exodus of India's brightest minds reflects a deep malaise within the nation's academic and professional ecosystem. Intelligent students, even those nurtured in premier government-funded institutions, often perceive a vacuum of meaningful opportunities, structured career growth, and robust research avenues. This paucity propels them abroad, particularly after acquiring bachelor's degrees in STEM disciplines, in search of advanced education and lucrative careers.
The ramifications are twofold. First, the flight of talent results in brain drain, depriving India of a reservoir of capable innovators, scientists, and professionals vital for self-reliance and global competitiveness. Second, the financial outflow ...