Overpopulation in India and the Global Indian Diaspora: Causes, Consequences, and Policy Implications

Abstract India’s rapid population growth has created significant socio-economic challenges, including resource scarcity, unemployment, and social strain. At the same time, large-scale migration has led to a global Indian diaspora, with Indians living in nearly every part of the world, similar to the Chinese diaspora. This paper examines the causes of overpopulation in India, the resulting migration patterns, and the global presence of Indians, highlighting both the challenges and opportunities arising from these trends.