A new report by the International Institute of Migration and Development and the Population Foundation of India titled ‘Unravelling India’s Demographic Future: Population Projections for States and Union Territories, 2021-2051’, underscores the demographic risks that are beginning to surface nationwide. Editorial | Mind the time: On the financial burden of India’s ageing populationHowever, India’s population is ageing. In 2021, India’s elderly population (60+) stood at 130.5 million or 9.62% of the population. With the rapid growth of the elderly population, India’s financial and healthcare systems, especially geriatric care, must be redesigned to support the growing needs of elderly citizens. At the same time, this creates a strong potential for a thriving silver economy, and could help in unlocking a second demographic dividend in the future.

Source: The Hindu March 19, 2026 02:52 UTC