'Indians are friendly, don't have Western egos': Frenchman on why he prefers living in India
Every year millions of Indians travel abroad to work and study. Thousands give up their citizenship and start a new life in countries like the US, Canada, UK, Germany.
It has become very common these days for Indians, especially the youth, to settle abroad. Every year millions of Indians travel abroad to work and study, and thousands give up their citizenship and start a new life in countries like the US, Canada, UK, Germany, and more. While they point to better career and economic opportunities and improved social security as reasons to settle in a foreign country, a French man has been calling India his home for totally different reasons.
Came to India as a JNU student
Jean-Baptiste, a Frenchman, has been living in Mumbai for 21 years and is in love with the chaos and everything else India has to offer. In a recent video posted on YouTube, Jean-Baptiste opened up about how he first came to India and fell in love with the country. Jean-Baptiste said he came to India in 2002 as a student at JNU in Delhi.
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India and France have a lot in common
According to him, there is a surprising number of cultural and social similarities between India and France. He pointed out that people from both countries value family bonds, cherish their rich historical heritage, and exhibit a deep appreciation for art and cuisine.
Indians are friendly
One of the most interesting things Jean-Baptiste said he felt about India is how friendly people here are. "You never feel lonely in India, and people are gentle. Indian people don't have Western egos and can become friends very easily," he said.
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Jean-Baptiste said he chose to stay in India because of the profound sense of peace he discovered. He described India as a place where he could find tranquility amidst the chaos, attributing this to the country's deep spiritual roots and the warm, welcoming nature of its people.
How to enjoy India
According to him, the best way to enjoy India and integrate with the people here is to participate in local festivals, learn the language, and show respect for the diverse traditions of India.
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Mumbai is changing
In the twenty-one years he has been in India, Jean-Baptiste said he has seen how Mumbai has been changing rapidly. "Mumbai is changing fast. There are so many constructions, and it is crazy how it is changing," he said.
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