1 million Indians in line for immigration visas

The U.S. immigration system’s backlog is hitting highly skilled Indian professionals hard, with over a million stuck in limbo. Data from USCIS show that these individuals, along with their families, face waits that could stretch for decades due to caps on green cards and per-country limits. Congress set the annual limit for employment-based green cards way back in 1990, leaving it far below the demand spurred by tech and other innovations. Despite efforts to reform the system, obstacles persist, leaving talented individuals like Roshan Taroll, who grew up in the U.S., facing uncertainty about their future. With other countries, like Canada, wooing skilled workers, the U.S. risks losing out on vital talent. It’s not just about bureaucratic hurdles; it’s about real people and the country’s ability to stay competitive in a global economy driven by innovation.