In a huge setback for Indian hopefuls, Canada is "granting 35% fewer international student permits this year."

Foreign applicants must prove they have a bank balance of at least 20,000 Canadian dollars, more than twice the earlier required amount, to qualify for Canadian study permits.

Indian students are protesting against Canada’s new immigration policy, which threatens their future with potential deportation. The policy restricts permanent residency nominations and study permits to control population growth.