Security Implications of Illegal Trans-Border Migration
Illegal trans-border migration, particularly across porous borders like India-Bangladesh and India-Myanmar, poses serious internal security challenges. It impacts demography, resource distribution, and social stability, thereby becoming a multidimensional security concern.
Impact on Demographic Changes
- Continuous influx leads to localised demographic shifts, especially in border states like Assam and West Bengal.
- Can trigger ethnic tensions and identity-based conflicts (e.g., Assam agitation; NRC-related issues).
- Increased population density strains land availability, employment, and public services.
- Leads to competition between locals and migrants → social unrest.
- Changes in voter composition may influence electoral dynamics and policy priorities.
Broader Security Implications
- Internal Security Risks: Illegal migrants ....
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