Coronavirus impact: Indian expats with expired visas on sticky wicket

Indian expatriates in the US and other countries, who have lost their jobs or have a work permit that has expired, may not be able to return before the current ban on international flights is lifted, in view of the virus outbreak.

Senior government officials have confirmed that no evacuation flights to the US are on the radar, given the surge in cases to above 245,000 (as of Friday), in the country.

“For all jurisdictions, our first priority is students, tourists, and those on short-term visas. However, India’s six diplomatic missions across the US are in touch with affected citizens