It's a question which you might encounter during interview. But ask those successful IT professionals who is quite well versed with the IT work culture. Other than being a "White Collar " job IT has to many benefits to offer. Indian IT industry is in its 4th decade of service.
From a small room with few computers and handful of Techies on board, IT has evolved to a very large extend. Its the era of IT marks in metros as well as in small townships. IT is rewarding at the same time demanding too. Fat pay cheques along with other incentives still drive a huge chunk of fresh engineering graduates to IT sector. Also IT professionals earn a reputed position in the society.