The discussions began with an emphasis on acquiring comprehensive statistics on Assam migrants. The data will help understand the scale and specifics of migration, which will inform future policies and interventions. The attendees agreed on the importance of involving church members directly in charge of national commissions, as their insights and influence could significantly enhance the effectiveness of the initiatives.

Most of the meeting was dedicated to understanding the registration processes, Assam labour laws, and the various schemes and benefits available to internal migrants and informal workers in the state to ensure that migrant workers know their rights and can access the support they need. Organizing registration camps for Eshram, labour cards, and health cards in villages was proposed to make these services more accessible to the migrant population.

The welfare of tea estate workers was another critical topic of discussion. The attendees explored the benefits, laws, and schemes available to tea estate workers, unions, and related entities. Networking with Salesians, diocesan members, multipurpose directors, migrant secretaries, religious groups, and NGOs was identified as a key strategy to create a robust support network for migrant workers.

To effectively track and support migrant workers, the meeting proposed conducting surveys and creating a portal to monitor their movements and needs. This portal would serve as a centralized database, facilitating better coordination and resource allocation. Additionally, the organization of Job Fairs in Assam and destination states was discussed as a means to provide employment opportunities and reduce the economic vulnerabilities of migrant workers.

Raising awareness about migrant issues was highlighted as a crucial step. Parishes were tasked with collecting data on migrants, which would help better understand their needs and challenges. The distribution of ID cards to migrant workers was also proposed to ensure they have a recognized identity and can access various services and benefits.

The meeting also addressed the need to work for the welfare of both intra and interstate migrants of Assam. Special attention was given to the trafficking issues prevalent in tea estates, with a focus on collaborating with Arunachal Pradesh to prevent the trafficking of tea garden girls. The formation of village vigilant committees was suggested as a preventive measure against trafficking. Similar concerns were raised about trafficking in Meghalaya and the Jaintia Hills, emphasizing the need for coordinated efforts to combat this issue.

The demand for VTC (Autonomous Council) for migrant facilitation centres was put forward, highlighting the need for dedicated spaces to support migrant workers. The importance of networking all programs for the cause of migrants was reiterated, ensuring a unified and comprehensive approach to addressing their challenges.

The Assam Source and Destination Migrant Workers Meeting was scheduled for March 20-21, 2025, at DBI, with financial sponsorship from DB, BRO, and the Provincial House. During the meeting, core groups for Assam and Upper Assam were formed, comprising Sr. Shoba, Mr. Godwin, Fr. Ignatius, and Sr. Teresa for Assam and Blasius, Sunny, Sr. Shoba, Sr. Teresa, and Mr. Godwin for Upper Assam.