For some strange yet logical reason, I can identify with you. Back in 2007, when I was looking for a job, no one locally (in India) would hire me. That's when I decided to tap the freelance market and ended up looking at the US. That led to a fruitful independent career that lasted well into 2015.
In the past few days, since this SEBI situation surfaced, I've began dusting off my old contacts and freelance accounts. Logged into my Paypal account, it's still active. Logged into my freelance account, also active. I'm preparing for the worst case scenario.