June 10, the latest report of the United Nations Population Fund showed that as the most populous country in the world, India's population is approaching 1.5 billion, and this growth trend will continue for about 40 years before it turns downward.
The report pointed out: "India currently ranks first in the world with a population of about 1.5 billion, and this number is expected to rise to 1.7 billion until it shows a downward trend about 40 years later." Data show that the current average fertility rate of Indian women is 2 children per woman.
Population birth rates are declining in most countries around the world, and they are trying every means to increase their populations, while India's population continues to grow, reaching a total of 1.7 billion in about 40 years.
This year, India surpassed Japan to become the fourth largest economy in the world. Prime Minister Modi announced that by the 100th anniversary of India's founding in 2047, India will become the largest economy in the world. In 2024, India's GDP was $3.85 trillion, ranking fourth globally in absolute terms. However, its per capita GDP is approximately $2,700. In terms of rankings, India is 136th globally, equivalent to China's level 18 years ago (in 2007).
As the UN Population Fund report points out, even if India's population reaches 1.7 billion in 40 years and becomes the largest economy in the world at the same time, its per capita figures will not make it a developed country. For India, population is not a dividend but a burden. The huge population base will hinder India's economic development and social progress, and may even cause significant social problems.
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