'Biggest Mistake': Indian-Origin Canadian Regrets Giving Up Citizenship, Considers Moving Back

Last Updated:August 08, 2025, 09:36 IST

An Indian-origin Canadian citizen has expressed regret over giving up their Indian citizenship, citing rising anti-Indian sentiment in Canada.

Indian Tricolor theme of Indian National Flag made of Orange marigold flowers, White jasmine flowers and Green fresh leaves (Photo: PTI)

An Indian, who gave up the country’s citizenship to become a Canadian citizen, has expressed regret on social media, saying they now wish to return to India.

In a post on Reddit, titled “Canadian citizen, considering moving back to India forever," the user, who took Canadian citizenship about a year and a half ago, said they felt it was the “biggest mistake" of their life, due to what they described as growing anti-Indian sentiment in Canada.

“The increased anti-Indian sentiment I feel like is only going to get worse," they wrote.

The user sought advice from people with Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) status who have moved back to India and live and work there, asking about legal hurdles and job prospects.

The post received mixed responses, with multiple Reddit users sharing their experiences.

“I’m a recent Canadian citizen from South India. I’m moving back to India for some time very soon, to focus on better health," a comment read.

Vani Mehrotra

Vani Mehrotra is the Deputy News Editor at News18.com. She has nearly 10 years of experience in both national and international news and has previously worked on multiple desks.

Vani Mehrotra is the Deputy News Editor at News18.com. She has nearly 10 years of experience in both national and international news and has previously worked on multiple desks.

Location :

First Published:

August 08, 2025, 09:34 IST

News india 'Biggest Mistake': Indian-Origin Canadian Regrets Giving Up Citizenship, Considers Moving Back

Read More