India Faces Demographic Shift Amid Employment and Economic Challenges
India's demographic transition shows a declining fertility rate below replacement level, particularly in southern states with higher education and development indices. While the working-age population remains substantial, concerns arise over an ageing society and shrinking youth cohorts. Concurrently, despite strong economic growth, many young Indians face challenges securing quality, stable employment, leading to a gap between aspirations and opportunities. This dynamic raises questions about leveraging demographic advantages for sustained prosperity.