Archive · 16 Nov 2025
AP CM Naidu: H-1B Visa Tightening Temporary, Cost Advantage to Persuade US
Imagine the US made it harder and more expensive for talented workers from India to come and work there.
India's Chief Minister, Mr. Naidu, says this is just a small problem that won't last.
He believes that because Indian workers are very skilled and cost less than workers from the US, American companies will still need them.
Mr. Naidu also mentioned that even if some workers can't go to the US, there are many exciting new jobs and technologies growing in India.
So, these workers might find great opportunities right at home!
Other countries are also looking for skilled workers, so there are many options.
It shows that Indian talent is valuable everywhere, and India is also becoming a great place for tech jobs.
Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu views the recent US H-1B visa tightening as a temporary challenge.
Naidu believes the cost advantage and skills of Indian tech professionals will ensure their continued demand in the US.
A new supplemental fee of USD 1 lakh has been introduced for new H-1B visa petitions filed after September 21, 2025.
Naidu suggests that opportunities will emerge within India for tech professionals affected by visa changes, citing growth in new technologies.
Other countries like Canada, Australia, UK, Europe, and the Middle East are actively seeking skilled engineers, and companies are expanding engineering centers in India.
- Who
- Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, US employers, US Administration
- What
- Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu stated that the recent tightening of H-1B visa regulations in the US is a temporary setback, and the cost advantage of Indian tech professionals will ensure their continued demand.
- When
- Recently, following the US administration's imposition of new H-1B visa fees for petitions filed after September 21, 2025.
- Where
- United States, India (specifically Andhra Pradesh and Telangana)
- Why
- The US has tightened H-1B visa rules with a new fee, ostensibly to curb 'abuse', while acknowledging a need for foreign talent. Naidu believes Indian professionals' cost-effectiveness will overcome these restrictions, and opportunities are growing within India.
Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu
US Administration
H-1B Visa Program Purpose
Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu
Views the H-1B visa tightening as a temporary setback, believing the cost-effectiveness of Indian tech professionals will inevitably lead the US to rely on them.
US Administration
Introduced a USD 1 lakh supplemental fee for new H-1B petitions to curb 'abuse' of the program.
US Need for Foreign Talent
Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu
Asserts that restrictions cannot halt Indian professionals' progress and that opportunities will emerge in India due to advancements in next-gen technologies.
US Administration
Acknowledges the US's need to 'bring in talent' from abroad, especially for highly technical and complex roles where domestic talent is insufficient.
- Supplemental H-1B Fee
- USD 1 lakh for new petitions filed on or after September 21, 2025
- States with Most Indian Tech Professionals to US
- Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
- Andhra Pradesh CM
- N. Chandrababu Naidu
- Indian Tech Professionals' Offer
- Advanced skills and cost advantages
