The situation facing Indian students in Prince Edward Island, Canada, is concerning. They are facing deportation due to sudden changes in provincial immigration rules, which has led to protests and threats of hunger strikes. The students are demanding fairness in the immigration system, including being grandfathered into the previous Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) system, fair PNP draws without a point system, and an extension of their work permits.
The protest, which began with around 25 people, has grown to over 300, highlighting the seriousness of the issue. The students are upset about the reduction in the number of nominees for permanent residency through the PNP, as well as restrictions on postgraduate work permits to specific qualifications.
Rupinder Pal Singh, a leader of the protest, accused the PEI government of exploiting immigrants and providing false information. He warned that the protest could escalate to a hunger strike if their demands are not met.
The PEI government has stated that the immigration changes are temporary but has not provided a specific timeline for when they will be reversed. The students' plight has garnered attention, with videos of their protests shared on social media platforms like X, showcasing their demands for fairness and justice in Canada's immigration policies.
