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In pictures: Indian dream Chasing the Indian Dream
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Decades ago, millions of Indians left their country in search of better opportunities in the West. But there has been a reversal in recent years, with thousands of people now moving to India. By Rajini Vaidyanathan and Hasit Shah BBC News
Later this year, we will be taking a closer look at the trend. In the upcoming Indian Dream series, we'll be analysing the numbers of people moving and speaking to many of those who are actually doing it. Decades ago, millions of Indians left their country in search of a better life in the West.
The contribution of Indian immigrants around the world has changed the landscape of many nations - in business, healthcare, popular culture and cuisine, to give just a few examples.
But today, there is a reverse trend on the rise. Thousands of people from the West are packing their bags and heading to India.
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For most people, the "Indian dream" is about economic opportunity. India, unlike many Western nations, is showing significant growth (albeit at a slower pace now than at the start of the decade). Large expat communities now exist in every major city. A few decades ago, the idea of India as a place to further a career or seek a better quality of life might have been unthinkable, but today, the country is attracting high-calibre graduates and professionals who are pursuing just that.
There are also many who already have attachments to India, for whom the transition and culture shock from New York or London or Sydney is, in theory, much easier. Indians who have successfully studied and worked abroad are returning home, and the large diaspora of people of Indian origin is also exploring the possibilities on offer. Between March 2009 and 2010 alone, a record 30,000 people left Britain to settle in India, lured by the economic opportunities the country now offers.
But it is sometimes far from a dream. India can provide a challenging environment, and for some, the realities of life bear little resemblance to their original expectations. The International Monetary Fund href="http://www.imf.org/external/pubs/ft/weo/2012/02/pdf/text.pdf" title="IMF report" >predicts a growth rate of 4.9% this year. This might be lower than in previous years, but it's still attracting expatriates who see little opportunity in the West. Britain remains in a recession, for example.
We want to hear what you think. What does 'the Indian dream' mean to you? You can contact BBC journalists href="https://twitter.com/rajiniv" >@Rajiniv and href="https://twitter.com/HasitShah" >@HasitShah on Twitter, where you can also join the conversation and share your thoughts using the hashtag #bbcindiandream. Alternatively, leave a comment using the form below. Many of those making the move are the children of those who once left.
We're also collecting your photos illustrating the different stages of the Indian dream - whether it's old family pictures of your grandparents boarding a boat or plane from India decades ago, or recent snaps you've taken in your new home or workplace in India. In 2005 the Indian government allowed the children and grandchildren of those born in India (as well as those who'd given up citizenship) to apply for lifelong visas, making it much easier for people of Indian origin to move to the country. Since it began more than 1.1 million people have taken up this offer.
What does 'the Indian dream' mean for you? Moving to an emerging economy such as India brings with it challenges as well as opportunities.
Send your pictures and videos to yourpics@bbc.co.uk or text them to 61124 (UK) or +44 7624 800 100 (International). If you have a large file you can class="inlineText" href="http://bbcnewsupload.streamuk.com/">upload here. In an eight-week season, "The Indian Dream", the BBC will be exploring this trend, and speaking to people who are part of it.
href="http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/talking_point/2780295.stm#yourpics">Read the terms and conditions We want to hear from you. You can contact BBC journalists href="https://twitter.com/rajiniv" >@Rajiniv and href="https://twitter.com/HasitShah" >@HasitShah on Twitter, where you can also join the conversation and share your thoughts using the hashtag #bbcindiandream.
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