The Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance (CMPIG), in collaboration with the Anusandhan National Research Foundation Project (CRG/2021/004314) and the School of International Relations and Politics (SIRP) at Mahatma Gandhi University, will host an upcoming special talk on the development challenges faced by migrants in India’s urban areas. Scheduled to take place virtually on […]

The Center for Migration Policy and Inclusiveness Governance, in collaboration with the ANRF project, successfully conducted an orientation program and research methodology session on 17.10.2024 at the School of International Relations and Politics, Mahatma Gandhi University. The event aimed to enhance understanding of the complexities surrounding interstate migrant workers and provided valuable insights into effective […]

Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance (CMPIG) Invites Scholars to Discuss The Climate Migrants (Protection and Rehabilitation) Bill, 2022 The Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance (CMPIG) is pleased to announce an upcoming virtual discussion on “The Climate Migrants (Protection and Rehabilitation) Bill, 2022,” scheduled for October 19, 2024, at 5:00 PM (IST) […]

The Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance (CMPIG) and the Anusandhan National Research Foundation proudly hosted a thought-provoking virtual discussion titled “A Decade in Detention: The Fight for Citizenship” on October 10, 2024. The event aimed to shed light on the pressing issues surrounding citizenship, detention, and the rights of marginalized communities. Chaired by […]

The Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance (CMPIG) at the School of International Relations and Politics, Mahatma Gandhi University, in collaboration with the Department of Law, Central University of Karnataka, successfully hosted a three-day international virtual seminar titled “Theories on Migration & Critical Readings on Intellectual Traditions” from September 23 to 25, 2024. This […]

K.N. Gopinath, Chairman of the Kerala Institute of Labour and Employment (KILE), emphasized the critical role of scientific research in the effective utilization of labor resources during the inauguration of a workshop organized by KILE in collaboration with the Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance (CMPIG) at Mahatma Gandhi University. Speaking at the event […]

Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance & Anusandhan National Research Foundation Project CRG/2021/004314 School of International Relations and Politics Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam Kerala & State Bank of India, M G University Branch   Jointly organise a one-day orientation programme on FREE BANK ACCOUNTS AND INSURANCE FOR INTERSTATE MIGRANT WORKERS, KOTTAYAM, KERALA Date: 28 […]

Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance & Anusandhan National Research Foundation Project CRG/2021/004314 School of International Relations and Politics Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam Kerala   Jointly organize a webinar on Migration Models and its Empirical Investigations with Special Reference to the Gravity Model of Migration     Date:13 July 2024 Time: 5 pm (IST) […]

The Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance (CMPIG) and the International Institute of Migration and Development (IIMAD) are jointly organizing a National Conference on “Internal Migration in India: Challenges and Opportunities.” Dates: December 6-7, 2024 Location: School of International Relations and Politics, Mahatma Gandhi University Campus, Kottayam, Kerala. Scholars are invited to submit their […]

In a collaborative effort, the Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance (CMPIG), the School of International Relations and Politics, and the Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB -CRG/2021/004314) orchestrated a thought-provoking student interaction program centred on the theme of “Research Opportunities in Migration.” The esteemed speaker for the event was Professor S Irudaya Rajan, […]

Dear Scholar, You’re cordially invited to an Internship Consultation titled “Professional Growth: Pathway to International Opportunities,” organized by the Centre for Migration Policy Inclusive and Governance (CMPIG) at the School of International Relations and Politics, Mahatma Gandhi University.  Date: February 13th, 2024  Time: 4:30 PM to 5:45 PM We are honoured to host Dr. Anand […]

Dr. Bijulal M. V, Assistant Professor at SIRP, and Research Scholar Navas M Khadar published an op-ed article in the New Indian Express titled ‘Learning from Kerala and Bengal on Migrant Workers’ on January 31, 2024. The article discusses the well-known Kerala model of social health security for interstate migrant workers and emphasizes the lesser-discussed […]

Comprehensive Report on Interstate Migrant Worker Policy Released  Amid ongoing discussions by the state government of Kerala to update its policy for interstate migrant workers, a significant workshop conducted by the Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance (CMPIG), Science and Engineering Research Board Project (SERB CRG/2021/004314), and Mahatma Gandhi University in collaboration with the […]

Online Lecture Series 2023 MIGRATION, STATELESSNESS, AND CITIZENSHIP: A CHANGING GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE Organized by: Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance Date: 18 December 2023 to 22 December 2023 Time: 5:30 PM to 6:45 PM Meeting Link: https://meet.google.com/ipo-hknh-efk Migration has become a defining feature of the contemporary world, giving rise to many social, cultural, and […]

Today, Kerala is also a land of migrant workers from other states. Kerala needs their services to progress even a single day. Even though they are so much a part of our lives, Malayalis still have a different attitude towards migrant workers. Why do the Malayalees who migrate to other parts of the world harbour […]

Dr. Bijulal, Assistant Professor, SIRP and Research Scholar Navas M Khadar published a Oped Article in New Indian Express, titled “Visionary approach needed over quick fixes in new migrant law” on September 1, 2023.  The article is an intervention in the context of the upcoming state legislation on migrant workers social security, registration and rights […]

The article highlights the health issues affecting female labourers in Kerala, shedding light on the factors contributing to the inadequate healthcare received by migrant workers. Link of the Article https://www.policycircle.org/opinion/kerala-story-migrant-workers-struggle-for-equitable-healthcare-access/

The main suspect in this brutal murder is the neglect of the demand that the responsibilities of the migrant workers should be carefully taken up at the panchayat level. Link of the Article https://truecopythink.media/labour/five-year-old-bihar-girls-rape-navas-m-kader-writes  

The School of International Relations and Politics at MG University successfully organized a workshop titled “Enhancing the Health and Social Protection Policy Framework for Migrant Workers in Kottayam District.” This collaborative event was conducted in partnership with Science and Engineering Research Board Project (CRG/2021/004314), Disha Foundation and the Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance […]