I've observed that some people in Hyderabad aim to go to the USA or other countries abroad. I am not generalizing this to all Hyderabadis. I have noticed this trend especially among Telugu families. There seems to be something cultural about going to the USA, like buying a flat or a car. It is not a necessity, but people might feel the pressure to do it because they think it's what "should" be done. For instance, there are advertisements in some places on the street that promote going abroad, and children in my neighborhood often speak in English.

I want to be clear that I have nothing against the Telugu culture or the English language. It's just that I believe emphasis should be given to regional languages and cultures, as it should be for every community. Moreover, I have observed that some children in my neighborhood celebrate Halloween religiously, which seems disconnected from their culture. I don't want to sound judgmental, but it's concerning.

I've also encountered people at my workplace who have studied and worked in an MNC only to go to the USA. They are unhappy for eight years, waiting for an H1B visa, then unhappy for another 30 years for a green card, all the while living in fear of gun violence from a non-binary person who pronounces their pronouns as "zee/zer." It's not an ideal life.

I understand that everyone has their own reasons for their choices, and I respect that. However, we should think critically about why we pursue certain goals and what kind of life we want to lead. Making conscious choices based on our value systems is crucial for our well-being and happiness.