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Summary

A new wave of nurse migration from Kerala, India, to Germany is underway, coordinated by the Kerala government and the German Federal Employment Agency. This follows a less structured period in the 1960s and 70s when nurses from Kerala migrated to Germany, earning the nickname “brown angels.” The current “Triple Win” program, managed by NoRKA Roots, provides training, including German language skills, and ensures a smoother and more beneficial transition for the nurses. Over 900 nurses have already been deployed as of October 2025, and 700 more are in the process. Germany has found the Kerala model so successful that it has expanded recruitment to other Indian states and is now seeking caregivers and electricians, bearing all the costs of the program. The success builds on the positive legacy of earlier Keralan nurses in Germany.

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Kerala Leads Second Wave of Nurse Migration to Germany, Providing Skilled Professionals for Growing Demand

Thiruvananthapuram, India – November 22, 2025 – Kerala is once again becoming a major source of nurses for Germany, with a structured program facilitating the migration of highly skilled healthcare professionals. Building on a historical connection dating back to the 19th century, this second wave of migration is being orchestrated through a partnership between the Kerala government and the German Federal Employment Agency.

The “Triple Win” program, spearheaded by NoRKA Roots, the Kerala government’s agency for Non-Resident Keralites Affairs, has already placed over 900 nurses in German healthcare facilities as of October 2025, with an additional 700 in the pipeline for deployment. The program provides comprehensive support, including German language training, to ensure a smooth transition for the nurses and addresses the growing demand for healthcare professionals in Germany.

“We are proud to be facilitating this mutually beneficial arrangement,” said Ajith Kolassery, CEO of NoRKA-Roots. “Our program ensures that these talented individuals are well-prepared for their roles in Germany, while also contributing to the healthcare needs of our partner nation.”

This initiative follows a period in the 1960s and 70s when many nurses from Kerala migrated to Germany, often earning the endearing term “brown angels” for their compassionate care. However, the current program is far more structured and comprehensive.

The success of the Kerala model has led Germany to expand its recruitment efforts to other Indian states, including Karnataka and Telangana. Furthermore, the scope has broadened to include caregivers and electricians, offering vocational training through NoRKA Roots for students. Notably, the entire recruitment process is funded by Germany, eliminating the need for middlemen and associated costs for the applicants.

This “Triple Win” program is proving to be a successful model for international cooperation, providing skilled professionals to Germany, creating opportunities for nurses from Kerala, and solidifying Kerala’s reputation as the “nursing capital” of India.

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