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- Two migrant labourers were shot dead by terrorists in Kulgam district, south Kashmir, on July 31, prompting intensified security across the Valley.
- Despite the attack, many migrant workers, including those who arrived recently from Bihar, have chosen to stay and continue working with greater caution.
- Around 400,000 migrant workers travel to Jammu and Kashmir each year for seasonal jobs in agriculture, construction and services, and are considered essential to the Valley's economy.
- In 2022, similar targeted killings triggered an exodus of workers that left employers struggling for labour, making their decision to remain this year significant.
What to watch next
- Whether the intensified security presence prevents further attacks on migrant workers
- Whether any renewed exodus of migrant labour occurs if violence continues
- Whether authorities announce additional measures to protect workers where they reside
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