Yes, reverse migration generally refers to the movement of people from urban areas (cities) back to their rural homes or native places. This can be a temporary or permanent shift.

This phenomenon often occurs due to factors such as:

• Economic hardship in cities: Job losses or reduced income can push people back to their villages, where living expenses might be lower.
• Natural disasters or crises: Events like pandemics, floods, or earthquakes can displace urban populations and lead them to seek refuge in their native places.
• Social and family ties: A desire to be closer to family or a preference for a more familiar social environment can motivate reverse migration.
• Improved opportunities in rural areas: Development initiatives or economic growth in rural areas can create new opportunities and attract people back from cities.

For more information, you can refer to these resources:

• UNESCAP Policy Brief on Reverse Migration
• IGC Blog on Reverse Migration in India