Anand Kumar, a renowned Mathematics educator and Padma Shri awardee, has been granted the 'Golden Visa' by the United Arab Emirates government. The visa, introduced in 2019, is granted to foreign talents, including entrepreneurs, scientists, outstanding students and graduates, and allows them long-term residency in the UAE. This type of visa permits its recipients to live, work, and study in the country independently, and provides them with exclusive benefits.

Kumar was nominated for the coveted Golden Visa by the UAE Embassy in India and received it on Tuesday. His inclusion in the list of recipients is noteworthy, as the list is generally dominated by Bollywood stars and sports icons. Kumar is the founder of the Super 30 programme, which he started in 2002 in the Indian city of Patna. The programme teaches underprivileged students and prepares them for exams such as the JEE-Main and JEE-Advanced, which are the entrance examinations for the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).

Last year, Kumar was awarded the Padma Shri, the fourth-highest civilian award by the Indian government for his contributions to the field of literature and education. He expressed his gratitude for being nominated for such an honor, and stated that it was a pleasant feeling to join the list of Bollywood celebrities and sporting icons.

What is a ‘Golden Visa’?

The Golden Visa is a long-term, renewable residence visa that is valid for up to 10 years. It is designed to attract foreign investment and expertise to the UAE, and provides its applicants with full ownership of their businesses. The benefits of the visa include the ability to live and work in the country, access to UAE's education and healthcare, and the ability to sponsor family members for residence visas, including spouses and children, regardless of their age.

In conclusion, Kumar's achievement of the Golden Visa is a noteworthy inclusion from India's academic sector. The visa represents a significant opportunity for him to contribute to the field of Mathematics education and to explore new possibilities in the UAE.

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