Archive · 31 Jul 2025
Study Reveals Vulnerability of Migrant Workers in Himachal Disasters
A recent study shows that migrant workers in Himachal Pradesh are often forgotten during disasters like floods and landslides.
They lose their jobs, don't have insurance or help from the government, and can feel very alone and stressed.
The study, done by a student at HPU, suggests that the government needs to include these workers in disaster plans and offer them more support.
Since 2018, many disasters have struck the region, making the situation more urgent.
Currently, research findings are not used by the state, leaving migrant workers at risk.
Study highlights the vulnerability of migrant workers during Himachal Pradesh disasters.
Migrant workers often lose income, lack safety nets, and face mental distress.
Study recommends greater inclusion of migrant workers in disaster relief.
Since 2018, Himachal Pradesh has experienced numerous cloudbursts, flash floods, and landslides.
Government coordination with research findings on migrant worker vulnerability is limited.
- Who
- Itisha Parmar, a student at Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), conducted the study.
- What
- A study highlighting the vulnerability of migrant workers during disasters in Himachal Pradesh.
- When
- Ongoing monsoon season; study was submitted recently.
- Where
- Himachal Pradesh, India.
- Why
- To draw attention to the plight of migrant workers during disasters and advocate for their inclusion in relief efforts.
Current State
Proposed Improvements
Inclusion in Disaster Relief
Current State
Migrant workers are often excluded from disaster relief.
Proposed Improvements
Migrant workers should be integrated into disaster response strategies.
- Study Title
- Migrant Workers Must Not Be Ignored During Disasters
- Researcher
- Itisha Parmar, HPU student
- Key Findings
- Loss of income, lack of safety net, mental distress, limited aid
- Location
- Himachal Pradesh, India
- Disasters Since 2018
- 148 cloudbursts, 294 flash floods, 5,000+ landslides
- Study Supervisor
- Anupama Bharti