Full Description
This is an open access book presents internal migration patterns in India. It explores processes, determinants, and impacts of migration on diverse populations in the Odisha state based on the Odisha Migration Study 2023. It explores a wide range of issues through the lens of migration, including education, work and employment, livelihoods and income, access to government programs, housing and amenities, land and asset ownership, food security, women's autonomy and mobility, gender health and well-being, and youth aspirations and attitudes towards agriculture. The book underscores the crucial role of migration as a livelihood strategy for economically and socially disadvantaged groups, including agricultural laborers and members of the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities. As the first comprehensive book on Odisha migration, it is invaluable to scholars and researchers in migration studies, development studies, economics, sociology, demography, public policy, and South Asian studies. It also serves as a critical resource for policymakers and civil society organizations, offering a detailed analysis that can inform strategies to address migration and its challenges.
Contents
Introduction Kunal Munjal.- Migration Patterns Irudaya Rajan, Amrita Datta, Sunitha Syam.- Remittances Irudaya Rajan, Amrita Datta, Sunitha Syam.- Household Characteristics, Living Conditions and COVID-19 Amrita Datta, Rohit Irudaya Rajan, Haripriya Narasimhan.- Food Security Muhammed Thwoyyib, Rohit Irudayarajan.- Education Subhadarshee Nayak, Rohit Irudayarajan.- Labour Market and Employment Nandini Ramamurthy, Amrita Datta.- Livelihoods and Income Amrita Datta, Nandini Ramamurthy, Iswarya Priya J, Fahin Faras.- Spousal Migration and Women's Empowerment Gaurav Dhamija, Shreemoyee Saha, Sunny Ladkat.- Gender, Migration and Well-Being Shubha Ranganathan, Muhammed Thwoyyib, Jayaprakash Mishra.- Youth, Agriculture and Migration Haripriya Narasimhan, Subhadarshee Nayak, Amrita Datta.- Conclusion and Policy Perspectives Amrita Datta, Irudaya Rajan, Umi Daniel.
