Beyond Distress and Hunger: Understanding Contemporary Migration in a Green Revolution Belt in Eastern India

Kishor K. Podh

SAGE Open, 2024, vol. 14, issue 3, 21582440241264613

Abstract: This study examines contemporary migration patterns in the Hirakud Command Area , an agriculturally prosperous region in Eastern India. Traditionally, internal migration in India has been associated with factors such as backwardness, agrarian distress, and food insecurity. However, this research challenges this perspective by uncovering a growing trend of migration among the upper socio-economic strata. Contrary to popular belief, present study shows an increasing trend of migration among the educated, unmarried male youths belong to the upper strata of the socio-economic hierarchy , guided by their aspirations, accessibility, and ability of migrants rather than merely by hunger and distress. By highlighting these findings, this study urges a departure from conventional economic determinants and suggests a broader understanding of migration dynamics. It reveals that individuals from marginalized backgrounds are less likely to migrate, while migrants from higher caste-class categories possess better positions, income, and occupational status in their migration destinations. These insights contribute to a more nuanced comprehension of contemporary migration in the Hirakud Command Area. It underscores the importance of considering non-economic factors in migration analysis and calls for tailored policy interventions that address the specific needs and aspirations of different migrant groups.

Keywords: internal migration; green revolution; rural-urban migration; Western Odisha; Hirakud Command Area (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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