According to All India Radio News, government sources welcomed that the Canadian government has adopted a humane approach in the case in favor of the students.

They added that most of the young Indians went to Canada during 2017-2019 and some of them got work permits after completing their studies.

They explained that due to loopholes in the Canadian system and lack of diligence, the students received visas and were also allowed to enter Canada.

Furthermore, they noted that the consistent efforts of Indian authorities were instrumental in Ottawa’s decision.

Official sources said that the number of students is much lower than the 700 reported in the media.

They also confirmed that there had been meetings between Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar and Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly on the matter.

The Foreign Secretary, Saurabh Kumar, also raised the situation of the young Indians during his visit to the northern country last April, they added.

According to official sources, the Indian Consulate in Toronto, where most of the students reside, received many of those affected.

The Indian central government has repeatedly urged the Canadian authorities to be fair and adopt a humanitarian approach to the case, they said.

Canadian parliamentarians from all political parties expressed their support for the students, they said.

Immigration Minister Sean Frasier said his country is actively seeking a solution for international students facing uncertainty.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau acknowledged the need for a fair deal for young Indians.

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