MIGRANT WORKERS, FARMERS, UNEMPLOYED RURAL YOUTHS–FRESH THINKING IN THE BACKDROP OF GROUND REALITIES ABOUT SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOOD FOR THEM THROUGH INNOVATIVE MEASURES IN POST COVID-19 ERA

Author (s) : P.Epsiba & M.Thilagam

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Abstract :
This Paper endeavours to bring forth the pathetic condition of the general public amidst the bad shape of the Indian economy due to COVID-19. To arrest the spread of the pandemic, the authorities imposed lockdown as an emergency step, but they failed to anticipate the result causing havoc for all in the society. This step needed to be taken after a thorough examination from a moral background. During the lockdown, inter-State migrant workers could reach home after facing a lot of troubles en route. Most of them belong to the economically weaker section without any sustainable livelihood in their home States and, therefore, reach other vibrant States in search of job. The Author has tried to delve into the exact state of affairs through personal interactions with them. Worries of the farmers are linked to the ownership of agricultural land. Land is very much crucial for them to practise gainful farming with expert advice and government support. A strong and safe base of farming will ensure retaining the farmers and agricultural workers (with no other professional expertise) engaged in agriculture and achieve sustainable livelihood. Beside the agricultural sector, the Author has suggested to train the people of the target group in innovative and emerging entrepreneurship through institutional guidance. To the best of the knowledge of the Author, the set of suggestions made in this Paper is quite unique and promising. The entire process requires mindfulness in the behaviour and actions of the authorities and the general public.

Keywords : Inter-State migrants, Pandemic, Sustainable livelihood, Entrepreneurship, Infrastructure

Conference Date : 30/08/2019

Pages : 281

Paper ID : 19272