Ms. Sumathi shares her journey of raising a special needs child and spreading awareness about autism. She opens up about how they discovered her child’s diagnosis, the challenges they faced, and how families can cope. In this episode, she discusses available support options in India, overcoming social stigma, and provides valuable advice for parents navigating a similar journey.

If you're a parent, educator, or someone looking to understand more about special needs care in India, this conversation is a must-listen!

Anastasia, born in Russia, has lived in several countries before moving to India three years ago. She met her husband, Srikanth, in Africa, and they started their family in Germany. In this episode, she shares what led them to relocate to India and why they chose Goa. Anastasia talks about adjusting to life in India, raising a family in a non-metro city, and their decision to homeschool their kids. If you're considering a move to India and exploring alternative education options, this episode is packed with insights!

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After two decades in the UK, Dr. Kondal Reddy Kandadi returned to India to pursue his passion for education. With 25 years in academia and a career as Deputy Vice Chancellor at Greater Manchester University, he made the transition to founding Manchester Global, an international school in Hyderabad.

In this episode, Dr. Kandadi shares:
🔹 His academic and professional journey in the UK
🔹 Reasons for moving back to India after 20 years
🔹 Challenges and opportunities in India’s education sector
🔹 Adjusting with middle school kids & giving them choices
🔹 The transition process for his family & career shift insights

A must-listen for NRIs planning a return, especially those with school-age children! 🎧

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Thinking about moving back to India after years abroad? Deepak, who has lived in Abu Dhabi and the UK for 35 years, shares his journey of evaluating his return to India. In 2023, he conducted a five-month trial run to assess life in India before making the final decision.

In this episode, we discuss:
🔹 Life in the UK & challenges of having parents in India
🔹 Why he’s planning to move back to India
🔹 Key takeaways from his trial run in India
🔹 Financial planning for the move
🔹 Healthcare in India vs. the UK
🔹 Any hesitations or challenges holding him back

A must-listen for NRIs considering a move back! Tune in for real-life insights and practical advice. 🎧

Tejas moved to the US for his MS and spent around 11 years there before deciding to return to India. He transitioned from a career in IT to pursuing his passion in the creative world—enabled by achieving financial independence at an early age.

In this episode, Tejas shares:
🔹 His background and life in the US
🔹 How he planned his move to India
🔹 The journey to financial independence and early retirement
🔹 Key insights and advice for those considering a move to India

If you're looking to design a life on your own terms and gain financial freedom, this episode is packed with valuable lessons!

Dr. Murali has over 20 years of experience in senior care, senior living, and advising builders on senior housing. In this episode, he shares valuable insights on the various senior living options available in India, key factors to consider when selecting a community, and the costs involved.

Discussion Overview:
🔹 Different facilities for seniors in India
🔹 Facts about senior living communities
🔹 Process of selecting a senior living community
🔹 Cost of senior living in India

If you're planning for retirement or exploring options for elderly family members, this episode offers essential insights into navigating senior care in India.

Prasantha moved abroad at the age of 5 and has spent most of her life in different countries. She is now planning to return to India and shares her unique journey. In this episode, Prasantha talks about her background, the experience of growing up in multiple countries, and the motivations behind her decision to move back to India. She also shares her parents' story of transitioning back to India after living abroad for 40 years.

Amarmeet spent 3 years in the UK and 10 years in Canada before deciding to move back to India. However, after just a year in India, the family decided to return to Canada, where they have been living for the past 14 years. In this episode, Amarmeet shares his background, his life in Canada, and the reasons behind his decision to move to India. He also opens up about why his return to India didn’t work out and what led to the decision to move back to Canada.

While this may not be a typical success story of returning to India, Amarmeet’s journey provides valuable insights into the challenges and considerations involved in such a decision.

Ashish moved to the US for his MS and spent close to 10 years there before deciding to move back to India. After living in India for 10 years, his family made the decision to return to the US, where they’ve been for the past 3 years. In this insightful episode, Ashish shares his background, his successful career in the US, the reasons for moving to India, and the experiences of life in India after the move. He also talks about building his business in India, why they chose to return to the US, and whether he would redo the experience of moving back to India.

Dr. Alice Matthew moved to the US in 1997 and spent 27 years there before deciding to retire in India in 2024. In this episode, Dr. Alice shares insights into her background, life in the US, and the decision-making process behind moving back to India. She discusses the timing of the move, adjusting to life in a retirement community, healthcare comparisons between the US and India, and financial planning for retirement.