Study Abroad: Amid the ongoing war in Ukraine for the past four years, Indian students are now opting for safer countries for their studies. Consequently, Georgia is rapidly emerging as a new and popular choice for Indian medical students.

According to data released by the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS), Indians spent approximately $50.25 million on education in Georgia in the financial year 2024-25, nearly five times the $10.33 million spent in 2018-19.

This increase has come largely at the expense of Ukraine, as remittances sent by Indians for studies there have fallen sharply, from $14.80 million in 2018-19 to just $2.40 million in 2024-25.

Before the war, Ukraine was a major destination for Indian students. In 2020-21 and 2021-22, Ukraine was amon

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