From Haryana to Berlin: The Indian Student Rush to Germany's Gig Economy| Ground Report
As Germany emerges as a preferred destination for Indian students, thousands are finding more than just classrooms abroad. From the farms of Haryana to the streets of Berlin, many students are turning to the country's flexible gig economy to support their ...
education and living expenses.
Riding electric bikes and navigating busy city streets, Indian students are working as food delivery riders, couriers, and drivers while pursuing their academic ambitions. For many, these jobs offer financial independence, flexible hours, and a relatively stress-free way to balance work and study.
But what does life really look like behind the delivery bag? How much do they earn, what challenges do they face, and why is Germany becoming an increasingly attractive destination for young Indians?
The Indian Express travels to Berlin to explore the realities of student life, work, and aspiration in one of Europe's fastest-growing destinations for Indian migrants.
Producer: Tista Roy Chowdhury
Editor: Meetesh Dixit
