Russia's 'Return Gift': Thousands of Indians to Earn Handsomely Amid Labor Crisis

• Russia faces its worst labor shortage in decades, needing 11 million workers by decade-end, turning to India for solutions.
• An agreement signed during President Putin's December visit simplifies temporary labor migration for Indians.
• Indian work permits in Russia surged from 5,000 in 2021 to over 56,000 last year, with demand for municipal, construction, and technical jobs.
• Indian workers are preferred over Central Asians due to contract and visa adherence, ensuring work continuity.
• Training centers in India, like the one in Chennai, prepare welders, and crash courses in Russian are offered to address language barriers.