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In recent times, a large number of Indian doctors are leaving Britain and returning to their homeland India. These doctors described their experience in Britain as “overworked and underpaid”. Excessive work pressure and relatively low salaries have forced doctors to take this tough decision. Earlier Indian doctors considered Britain an ideal place for better salaries and opportunities. But now a change is being seen in this trend. With increasing investment in the medical sector in India and the emergence of private healthcare services, doctors are seeing a better future for their country.
Recently, an Indian doctor shared his experiences of how he faced difficulties while working in the UK healthcare system (NHS) and why he decided to return from there. Sharing his story on Reddit, this doctor said, “I passed the PLAB exam and went to the UK with the hope of building a better life and career. But after spending some time there and experiencing the health care and economic conditions, I had to face the truth.” The doctor talked about the challenges of working in the NHS, saying that the working hours are very long and the salary is not enough to live on. He wrote, “Junior doctors in the NHS work exhausting hours, but their salaries barely cover expenses. “Doctors are often stressed due to lack of necessary resources and heavy work pressure.”
The doctor told that his monthly salary in UK was 2,300 pounds. Although this salary looked good on paper, due to high inflation, there was not much savings after taking out rent, electricity and food expenses. Due to these circumstances the doctor decided to return to India. He pointed out that the cost of living in India is low, such as house rent and private health services are affordable. Apart from this, here they are getting more opportunities for professional growth and personal satisfaction. The doctor wrote, “Returning to India was not just a matter of money, but of quality of life. There are challenges in the health sector in India too, but I find more balance and opportunities here.” He further added, “Amid economic stagnation in the UK, immense pressure on the health system and rising inflation, working in India is more satisfying. For many Indian doctors like me, the dream of a better life in the UK collides with these harsh realities.”
The doctor said that after returning to India he has found a better balance between work and life. He wrote, “After returning to India, I am growing both professionally and personally. If you’re considering your options, consider not only the opportunities, but also their limitations. India turned out to be the right place for me.” This doctor’s experience can be a lesson for Indians who are planning to go abroad. It shows that the dream of a better life abroad does not always match reality and that sometimes better opportunities can be found in one’s own country.
