Climate Induced Migration in South Asia: Non Traditional Security Implications and Humanitarian Challenges

This study examines the complex relationship between climate-induced migration and its impacts on non-traditional security and humanitarian challenges in South Asia. As climate change accelerates, countries in this region are experiencing increasing displacement due to environmental stressors such as rising sea levels, floods, droughts, and glacial melt. The research explores the patterns of climate migration, focusing on its effects on urban infrastructure, resource conflicts, and political instability. It also addresses the vulnerability of migrants, particularly women and marginalized communities, who face legal invisibility and exclusion from humanitarian aid. Using a qualitative approach, the study highlights the gaps in policy frameworks and the absence of a cohesive regional response. The paper concludes by offering policy recommendations for addressing these challenges, including the establishment of legal recognition for climate migrants, improved regional cooperation, and enhanced humanitarian preparedness.