Bengaluru: A heartfelt LinkedIn post by Bengaluru-based technology leader Ramesh NN has struck a chord with professionals across the globe after he shared why he chose to leave Canada and return to India to be closer to his ageing parents.
Ramesh, who serves as Director of Engineering at Corcentric, said he made the life-changing decision nearly six years ago, believing that no professional achievement could replace the value of spending time with family.
Family over career
In his post, Ramesh reflected on the difficult choice many professionals living abroad face between pursuing career opportunities and fulfilling family responsibilities.
He explained that while Canada offered excellent professional prospects, he felt it was more important to be present for his ageing parents during a phase of life when they needed him the most.
According to Ramesh, the years spent with loved ones are irreplaceable, and he has never regretted returning to India despite the career opportunities he left behind.
Message resonates with professionals
The post has generated widespread appreciation on LinkedIn, with many users sharing similar experiences of relocating to be with ageing parents or expressing that family should take precedence over professional success whenever possible.
Several professionals commented that the post served as a reminder that careers can be rebuilt, but missed moments with parents cannot be recovered.
The story has reignited discussions around work-life balance, migration, and the emotional decisions faced by Indians working overseas, with many praising Ramesh for choosing family over ambition.