Migration of people to different regions within the country, though often resisted by local inhabitants, makes several important contributions to the local economy.

First, migrants play a crucial role in infrastructure projects such as road making. These development projects require significant workforce, and workers from different regions help meet this labour demand. Without their contribution, many infrastructure initiatives would face labour shortages.

Second, skilled and educated workers who migrate for work bring valuable expertise to the region. States often take pride in their ability to attract such workers, recognising that skilled migrants contribute significantly to economic growth and development of the area.

Third, migrants help fill employment gaps in various sectors. Workers from different regions can be found working near homes and schools, indicating their widespread presence in different types of jobs across the local economy.

However, despite these contributions, migrants often face resistance from locals who fear competition for scarce jobs. The response to migrants also varies based on whether they are skilled or unskilled workers, with skilled migrants often being more welcomed than poor migrants.