Piyush Kumar
Piyush Kumar is the regional director for South Asia and Mauritius at IDP Education, a global leader in international education services. He provides expert guidance to students aiming to study in the United States, highlighting the ongoing appeal of US higher education despite recent uncertainties regarding immigration policies. Kumar's observations indicate that while there may be fluctuations in interest, the US remains a top destination for Indian students seeking quality education and career opportunities.
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Many students and parents are in ‘wait-and-watch’ mode, looking at the UK, Australia, Ireland and New Zealand, said Piyush Kumar of IDP Education.
H-1B visa fee hike: Donald Trump's immigration curbs shatter Indian students' dream; now considering alternative destinations
India· 2025-09-24
Piyush Kumar, regional director for South Asia, Canada and Latin America at education consultancy IDP, said Indians currently outside the US and planning for H-1B will find it difficult to find many employers willing to pay this additional fee.
$100,000 H-1B fees higher than salaries of many professionals! Cost too high for companies to sponsor; L-1 visas an alternative?India· 2025-09-21
Piyush Kumar is the regional director for South Asia and Mauritius at IDP Education, providing insights on student interest in US education.
Interest in studying in the US remains high among Indians; students advised to be cautious about social media postsIndia· 2025-04-14
