The cancellation of Canada’s SDS visa program means Indian students must now navigate regular study permit processes, raising questions about fairness and accessibility. The Indian government argues this change promotes equal opportunities for all international students in Canada.

SDS visa program boasted an approval rate exceeding 70%. In contrast, students applying through the standard route faced a mere 10% approval rate

The cancellation of Canada's SDS visa program, which expedited study permit applications for Indian students, was discussed in the Lok Sabha. The Indian government assured that the change would make the admission process more affordable by reducing upfront costs.

Canada recently ended the popular Student Direct Stream (SDS) visa programme, impacting thousands of students, particularly from India

Canada has ended its Student Direct Stream (SDS) visa programme, which allowed Indian students to fast-track their study permit applications. The Indian government said in Parliament that scrapping of the programme would benefit students from India.