Afghan student enrollment drops as Bangladeshi numbers rise at Gujarat universities

Gujarat universities are experiencing a notable shift in their international student composition. Afghan student enrollment has declined significantly, while the number of Bangladeshi students pursuing higher education in the state has increased.

This demographic change reflects broader regional trends in educational migration to India. The reasons for the shift include factors such as political instability in Afghanistan and economic opportunities drawing Bangladeshi students toward Indian institutions, particularly in Gujarat.

The trend highlights how geopolitical and economic conditions influence student mobility patterns across South Asia. Universities in Gujarat have traditionally attracted students from neighboring countries, and this latest transition underscores the dynamic nature of cross-border educational flows in the region.