The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has unveiled a major proposal to overhaul the H-1B visa lottery system, moving away from the current random selection process. With Indians accounting for nearly 70% of H-1B visa holders, the reforms are expected to impact the Indian workforce substantially. Impact on Students The proposed rule also affects the 20,000 master’s cap slots in the US, potentially impacting thousands of Indian students pursuing advanced degrees. What the US H-1B Offers and CostsThe H-1B visa is designed for foreign professionals to work in specialised fields, particularly STEM. Initial reports triggered panic among professionals, but White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt later clarified the details.