About the Book
Migration in India: Problems and Prospects is an insightful compilation that brings together diverse academic perspectives on one of the most significant socio-economic phenomena shaping contemporary India—migration. The edited volume explores the multifaceted nature of migration through the lenses of sociology, economics, political science, and public policy.
The book also provides a comprehensive understanding of the patterns, policies, and lived experiences surrounding migration in India. It delves into various forms of migration—from rural-to-urban mobility and labor migration to forced displacement and internal migration due to environmental or economic pressures. By weaving together research-based analyses and field insights, the editors and contributors shed light on the complex realities of migrants’ lives and the policy challenges they face.
Key Themes
- Causes and Patterns of Migration: Economic aspirations, social mobility, and environmental factors driving migration.
- Labor Migration and Employment: Dynamics of informal labor, working conditions, and remittances.
- Forced Displacement: Migration induced by development projects, conflicts, and climate change.
- Integration and Identity: The cultural, social, and psychological dimensions of migrant adaptation.
- Policy and Governance: Assessment of existing frameworks and future directions for inclusive migration policies.
- Gender and Migration: The unique experiences and challenges faced by women migrants.
Aims and Objectives of the Book
The primary objective of this book is to provide a comprehensive understanding of
contemporary dynamics and internal and international migration within the Indian context. It
tries to provide a synthesis of the empirical and theoretical insights from an interdisciplinary
perspective. The book has been divided into three segments namely Migration: Indian
Perspectives, Migration: Pandemic, Women and Children and Migration: Regional
Perspectives to provide a comprehensive overview of the varied aspects of internal migration,
its cause and impact on the nation.
Significance
The book offers both critical reflections and constructive policy insights, making it an invaluable resource for researchers, policymakers, students, and anyone interested in understanding the social transformations driven by migration in India. It emphasizes that while migration poses serious challenges, it also opens up new prospects for growth, diversity, and development.
Published by: New Royal Book Company, Lucknow; First Edition (22 August 2025)
About the Editors
Dr. Ajit Kumar Lenka is an Assistant Professor in the School of Allied Health Sciences, Noida International University (NIU). His research interests include public health policy, social determinants of health, and migration studies.
Dr. Devi Prasad is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology, School of Liberal Arts (SLA), Noida International University. His academic work focuses on social change, migration, and rural sociology in India.
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