Is that even a question to be asked? It's because those places give them a better standard of living. Did you expect India's GDP per Capita to grow to $40,000 in the last 10 years just because my country has prospered?
I do understand GDP is the real barometer for quality of life, and the future. But it won't bode well for the future, if mass exodus does continue.
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A Historical Context of Migration
Indentured Labour in Colonial India
It begins with the indentured labourers of British India who were lured by promises of a better life, and later they found themselves trapped in slavery and harsh labour conditions.
Despite the challenges, most chose to remain overseas after being offered Indian citizenship in 1947, particularly in places like Mauritius and Jamaica where their circumstances gradually improved.
Gulf Migration in the 1970s and 1980s
During the 1970s and 1980s,seeking employment opportunities and higher incomes, migrants faced inhumane conditions in non-democratic, feudal kingdoms.
Similar to the historical trend, the working class in the Gulf region, rather than returning home, advocated for improved conditions and demanded dual citizenship and voting rights.
Possible Reasons Behind the Current Surge in Migration of Middle-Class and Poor
Fewer Promising Conditions at Home
The historical context highlights a consistent theme in Indian migration - the resilience of individuals to endure significant challenges abroad instead of returning to perceived fewer promising conditions at home.
The willingness of both indentured labourers and Gulf migrants to face adversity underscores the determination of the Indian diaspora to establish themselves in foreign lands.
Economic Disparities and Less Jobs
The frustration arises from the perception that government jobs are only accessible through financial means or connections.
Moreover, the lack of well-paying private jobs has driven many to seek menial jobs abroad.
Educational Aspirations
The increasing desperation within the Indian middle class is particularly evident in the growing demand for education facilitating overseas admission.
The pursuit of global educational opportunities has become a key strategy for families to secure a better future for their children.
It is driven by aspirations for higher earning potential and improved living standards.
Motivations Behind the Migration of Wealthy People
Fear of Harassment and Bureaucratic Challenges
The fear of harassment by government agencies is a significant factor propelling the rich class to consider migration.
This issue reflects apprehensions related to political and bureaucratic challenges at home and highlights a broader societal unease with governance issues.
This fear plays a pivotal role in shaping migration decisions, acting as a push factor compelling individuals and families to seek stability abroad.
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