The H-1B trap: How some Indian workers are exploited by 'desi consultancies'

The article sheds light on the dark side of "desi consultancies," which exploit Indian tech workers by acting as intermediaries in H-1B visa placements for American employers. These "body shops" often promise lucrative jobs but end up paying their workers much less while pocketing the difference, leaving many Indian professionals in exploitative conditions. The issue highlights a troubling trend in the outsourcing industry, raising questions about labor rights and the ethics of employment practices. This exploitation underscores a broader problem in global tech recruitment, revealing how workers can be trapped in unfair systems for the benefit of others.