Abstract

Migration is the key dimension of global population dynamics and a platform for inclusive growth and social development. The significance attributed to the impact of migration on development is becoming apparent in government’s policy framework. For destination countries, well managed migration helps in bridging labour market gaps, provides labour to fuel structural economic transformation. After liberalization, the emigration from India has shown an increasing trend from 10 million in 2005 to 14.2 million in 2013 and an estimated 17 million Indians were living abroad in 2017, making India the largest source country for international migrants globally. The review of literature highlights the role of remittances in improving the access to better health,education & on the quality of life etc. at the countries of origin. Since no study pertaining to the role of remittances on Social development in J&kwas found in the review of literature.Keeping this in view an attempt has been made in the present study to examine the role of remittances in Social Development of R.S Pura block of Jammu district. With an increase in the level of income, the level of living of the family of the emigrants improved, the expenditure on their children’s education and health also increased ,which is important for human &sustainable development.

Key words: Emigration, Remittances, Sustainable Development, Unskilled, Semi-Skilled.