In China, every Spring Festival, there is a massive migration of people, known as the Returning Tide. Hundreds of millionsFarmersIn order to reunite his family, he did his best to return from the cityRural, and then fromRuralReturn to the city. This phenomenon has not only become a characteristic of Chinese society, but has also aroused widespread discussion and attention. However, the wave of homecomings in 2024 has changed like never before. According to statistics, the number of returnees this year has decreased by nearly 30% compared to last year, hitting a record low. This means nearly 100 millionFarmersWorkers chose to stay in the city for the New Year instead of returningRural。So, why is this happening? FarmersDon't you want to return to your hometown again? Next, we'll look at traffic congestion, urban-rural disparities, and moreFarmersAnalyze this problem from three aspects of improving work and life, and ** some possible causes.
One of the main features of the homecoming wave is traffic congestion. Whatever it isTrains, airplanes, cars, or othersTransportation, will face tight seats, high ticket prices, long queues, cumbersome security checks and other problems. In order to buy a ticket to return home, manyFarmersWorkers have to book months in advance, or even spend exorbitant fees or get them through reselling, ticket grabbing, etc. However, even if you buy a ticket, there is no guarantee that you will be able to go home smoothly because you will also face the risk of traffic jams, delays, cancellations, etc. In order to avoidTransportationTrouble, a lotFarmersThe workers chose to give up their hometowns and stay in the city for the Chinese New Year. They believe that it is not worth spending so much time, money and anxiety, and that it is better to find a quiet and comfortable place in the city to rest and relax, after all, it is also a pleasure.
With ChinaEconomyIn the process of development and urbanization, the gap between urban and rural areas is not only thereEconomyIt is also reflected in culture, living habits, and concepts. ManyFarmersThe work is already thereCity lifeOver the years, I have gradually adapted to the rhythm and mode of the city, and enjoyed the convenience and services of the city. On the contrary,RuralIt is relatively backward and depressed, lacking development opportunities and vitality. Therefore, manyFarmersWork pairs backRuralI no longer have the cordiality and yearning of the past, but feel strange and uncomfortable. They prefer to stay in the city to spend the New Year with friends and family, enjoy the urban atmosphere and fun, whileRuralRelatives can communicate and bless remotely through **, etc., and do not necessarily have to meet face-to-face.
Another very practical reasonFarmersThe quality of life and conditions of workers have improved dramatically. In the past, manyFarmersIn order to earn a living, workers go out to work, live on the edge of the city, have no stable shelter, no income, and cannot enjoy the benefits and benefits of the city. They can only endure loneliness and toil, looking forward to returningRuralReunite with your family and live a peaceful life. However, now the situation has changed. ManyFarmersWorkers have integrated into the city, have their own houses, cars, stable jobs and income, and also enjoySocial securityand respect. They are no longer outsiders to the city, but builders of the city. In the city, they can also live a happy and beautiful life, bringing more well-being and hope to themselves and their families.
To sum up, the wave of homecomings in 2024 is different from the past. ManyFarmersFor various practical reasons, workers choose to spend the Chinese New Year in the city instead of returning to their hometowns. This reflects the changes and development of Chinese society as wellFarmersThe mentality and needs of the worker. We should respect their choices and pay attention to the difficulties and expectations they face. Whether it's the city orRuralWhether they return to their hometowns or stay behind, we hope that they can live a safe, happy and warm Spring Festival. Best wishes to allFarmersHappy New Year!