π External Migration: A Double-Edged Sword
πMigration brings economic benefits but also social challenges.
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Positive Impacts
β’ Remittances boost economy: India received over $100 billion recently.
β’ Employment generation abroad: Eases pressure on local job markets.
β’ Skill transfer: Returnees bring global expertise (e.g., IT professionals).
β’ Improved living standards: Better access to health and education.
β’ Cultural exposure: Enhances language, awareness, global ties.
β’ Diplomatic leverage: Diaspora strengthens Indiaβs global influence.
β Negative Impacts
β’ Brain drain: Skilled youth, especially STEM grads, migrate.
β’ Family disruption: Long separation causes emotional stress.
β’ Regional imbalance: Punjab, Kerala over-dependent on remittances.
β’ Worker exploitation: Many face wage theft, legal issues abroad.
β’ Remittance dependency: Economic shocks like COVID-19 hit hard.
β’ Cultural erosion: Identity conflicts among migrant youth.
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