This achievement not only emphasises the vital role that migrant workers from India play in the global economy, but it also emphasises the importance of remittances. The top nations receiving remittances are France, China, India, Mexico, and the Philippines, according to the International Organization for Migration’s World Migration Report 2024.
The continuous relationship that exists between Indian expats and their own country is seen in India’s rise on this score.As we celebrate this accomplishment, we must also acknowledge the difficulties that migrants endure.
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The UN research draws attention to the dangers that continue to befall immigrant populations, including financial exploitation, excessive debt brought on by relocation expenses, xenophobia, and occupational maltreatment.
Human rights breaches continue in the Gulf Cooperation Council states, home to a large population of Indian migrants. The Covid-19 pandemic has made migrant workers more vulnerable, particularly low-skilled labourers and those employed in the unorganised sector.
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Many people are deeply in debt and insecure as a result of pay theft, job loss, and social security denial. Reverse internal migration is a phenomenon that affects businesses that depend on migrant labour and signals a major change in labour dynamics.
The research also highlights patterns in the mobility of international students, highlighting China and India as important source nations. The dynamic nature of migration demands coordinated endeavours to safeguard the rights and welfare of migratory populations. Sustainable development and inclusive growth need addressing problems including labour exploitation, access to social protection, and safe and orderly migration routes.
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