With Germany facing a shortage of skilled workers, many people in India see new opportunities abroad | Source: Report DW screenshot
With Germany facing a shortage of skilled workers, many people in India see new opportunities abroad | Source: Report DW screenshot

The German government has been easing visa and language requirements to attract students and young professionals from India. DW traveled to the Indian state of Haryana to meet students preparing to leave for Germany.

Young Indians are preparing for vocational training in Germany, learning the language, culture and daily life before starting jobs in nursing, hospitality, transport or food processing. With Germany facing a shortage of skilled workers, many see new opportunities abroad. Social media and training centers fuel interest as students share hopes, concerns and excitement about building futures in Germany.

Report: Shalu Yadav | Richard Kujur

First published: January 12, 2026

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