How to connect with NRIs.

Introduction

If you're planning to move abroad or have recently arrived in a new country, finding a familiar face or a community connected to your culture can bring immense comfort and guidance. But the question is:

"How do you connect with Indian students, professionals, or families who are already living abroad?"

The good news is — today, with technology and the right platforms, it's become much easier.

1. Use Dedicated Platforms like AbroadSaathi

Apps like AbroadSaathi are specially designed for Indians who are living abroad or planning to go. Here, you can:

Connect with Indian students, professionals, and mentors

Share posts to talk about your experiences or learn from others

Participate in an active community through voice meetings and articles

AbroadSaathi gives you a real desi space outside India — to feel connected wherever you are.

2. Join Indian Communities on Social Media

There are Indian communities on platforms like Facebook, Reddit, and Telegram for almost every country or city, such as:

Indians in Germany

Desis in Canada

Indian Students in Melbourne

By joining these groups, you can get help with local meetups, job tips, and everyday life hacks.

3. Attend Cultural Events and Festivals

Indian embassies, local cultural groups, and student associations organize events like Diwali, Holi, and Independence Day every year.

These events are great for networking — and you don’t even need to introduce yourself awkwardly!

---

4. Volunteer or Collaborate in Local Indian Orgs

If you volunteer with an Indian student association or cultural club, you naturally get to meet new people — who’ve gone through the same journey as you.

This is one of the most genuine ways to build lasting friendships.

5. Reach Out – Don’t Be Shy

Sometimes, all it takes is a simple message. If you spot an Indian on Lin

kedIn or AbroadSaathi in your city, just send a friendly note:

Indians living abroad

Connect with Indians abroad

Indian networking app

AbroadSaathi

Desi community abroad

Indian students in Canada/Germany/US

NRI mentorship app

Social app for Indians abroad