2-day NRI Sabha seminar on migration ends
The two-day international seminar “Punjab’s Global Migration”, hosted by the NRI Sabha, Jalandhar, in the wake of recent deportations of Indians from the US, concluded here on Sunday. It focused on the deportation of Indians from the US in inhuman conditions. It saw a panel of scholars, experts, and leaders from across the globe, both online and in person.
The event was graced by NRIs, who are committed to ensuring grassroots development in their villages. Punjab NRI Affairs Minister Kuldeep Dhaliwal highlighted the role of NRIs in the state’s socio-economic progress. He said he was concerned and committed to doing his part in the ministry.
There were a total of six sessions, which saw diverse and enriching presentations. The speakers spoke on the causes of international migration. They all agreed to the point that migration is not the disease itself, rather it’s a symptom of the larger socio-economic and agrarian distress. A larger report based on the discussion will be released soon, touching everything that the seminar has offered.
As many as 43 speakers presented their opinions. Of them, over 10 were speaking online from different countries, including the US, Canada, the UK and Australia.
The house unanimously condemned the inhuman treatment of the Indians deported by the US. The concluding remarks were of Dr Lakhwinder Gill, who focused on the international politics and evolving role of the migration in Punjab’s society.
Eminent scholar Prof Ronki Ram said it was Punjab which gave jobs to international people. He gave an example wherein one of the generals of Napoleon had come to Punjab, seeking work.
The seminar was coordinated by Dr Kuldeep Singh, former professor, Punjabi University, Patiala, while Parminder Kaur, president, NRI Sabha, and Satnam Singh Chana, vice-president, NRI Sabha, was instrumental in organising the seminar.
Among others who participated include Dr Jagroop Singh Sekhon, Prof Jagmohan Singh, Atinderpal Kaur, and Prof Bawa Singh. Amir Malik presented a comprehensive summary of the discussions, encapsulating the key takeaways from the seminar.
The seminar concluded on a positive note, emphasising the need for continued collaboration between NRIs and Punjab-based institutions to foster sustainable development and cultural preservation.
