Women from high-altitude villages near the India-China border in Uttarakhand are opting to relocate to towns in search of better educational opportunities for their children, a trend that is leaving men behind to tend to orchards and tourism in the region. This migration is driven by the lack of adequate local education facilities in these remote areas. While the move provides economic security for the families, it also presents emotional and logistical challenges, as women are often separated from their families during emergencies and important festivities. The shift highlights the importance of improving educational infrastructure in rural and border areas to prevent such disruptions in families and communities.