The visible disparity between urban and rural lifestyles, often highlighted by visiting relatives, is a significant driver of out-migration among youth. Overcoming this requires tangible investment in rural infrastructure and opportunities to reduce the development gap.
Migration
The Weeping Terraces of the Ghost Village
Lack of regular upkeep of the agricultural terraces in the Himalayan region enhances the risk of landslides, and this emerging issue needs to be addressed immediately.