Muskaan Khanna, a 22-year-old student planning to attend Humber College in Toronto has had to reconsider her plans due to the India – Canada dispute. She’s monitoring the situation closely and preparing backup plans like postponing her departure.
The dispute which was triggered by allegations from Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau regarding the Indian government’s involvement in the assassination of Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar has certainly left many Indian students with uncertain prospects for their higher education in Canada.
Students are now exploring alternative options which are including the United States and Europe due to safety concerns arising from threats made against Indians by Khalistani leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. The safety of Indian students in Canada has become a significant concern for both students and their parents.
Given the suspension of Canadian visas and the uncertainty surrounding the situation, study abroad consultants recommend having backup plans and looking into other countries like the US, UK, Australia or European nations for higher education opportunities.
Permanent residents of Canada are currently unaffected by visa policy changes but some concerns linger about the impact of this dispute on their future prospects and employment opportunities.
While some universities remain optimistic about the situation, there are many students and stakeholders who are navigating through this challenging and uncertain period regarding education in Canada.