Indian Women Abroad

From Chandigarh to California: How moving abroad changed everything for me

Aarushi Grover, a scientist originally from Chandigarh, reflects on nearly a decade of life in California.

Runaway Daughter: The viral story of an Indian woman learning to belong abroad

Niharika grew up between California and Bangalore, and then moved to the US alone at 18. Her story of identity, ambition, and belonging is one every immigrant woman will relate to.

From Prayagraj to Singapore: How Shruti built a new life abroad

Between visa hurdles, adjusting to a new culture, and raising two young children, Shruti had every reason to slow down — but instead, she built back stronger.

Making history in San Francisco: The Indian woman behind South Asian-American Heritage Month

With a spark of an idea and relentless determination, Kudrat D. Chaudhary Kontilis spearheaded the recognition of South Asian-American Heritage Month, making San Francisco the first major US city to officially honour South Asian contributions.

The Indian artist who found her true voice overseas: Nilasha’s journey in Canada

Nilasha shares her journey from India to a foreign land, overcoming self-doubt and cultural challenges to embrace her artistic freedom and personal growth

“You are your own mother”: Kratika’s journey from Kanpur to the Netherlands

What happens when a woman leaves behind a small Indian town for a small Dutch one — alone?

I was never supposed to leave Gujarat. Now, Melbourne’s home

What happens when you stop following the script? Mahek shares her raw journey as an Indian woman from Gujarat to Australia.

Becoming myself abroad: One woman’s journey from Calcutta to London