Amid modernisation in railways, porters face shrinking income, bleak future
Railway porters in Uttar Pradesh are facing a decline in income due to the modernization of railway infrastructure and the widespread use of wheeled luggage by passengers. Many are now forced to seek alternative livelihoods as their traditional role becomes obsolete.
Why it matters
This reflects the socio-economic impact of technological modernization on traditional labor sectors in developing economies.
Railway porters at stations across Uttar Pradesh say their daily earnings have declined substantially as passengers increasingly utilise wheeled suitcases, elevators, escalators, and battery-powered vehicles to move their luggage, forcing them to explore alternative employment opportunities.
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