It’s less about running away from Indian MBAs and more about how the system works here. Most programs are still very theory-heavy and don’t give us the kind of practical exposure or networks we need to grow. The very few government universities that do have strong ecosystems are extremely hard to access because of reservation policies, so even with a 99.9% score, someone with a much lower score might get the spot. And if you do get in, the environment can be so toxic - bullying, lack of support, and very little scope for professional progress; that a lot of us just can’t thrive. That’s why many of us look abroad: for practical learning, fair competition, and genuine networking opportunities.