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Punjab's Birth Rate Plummets Amidst Aging Population
24 May
Summary
- Punjab records significantly lower birth rates than national average.
- Fertility rates in Punjab are among the lowest in the region.
- Concerns persist over Punjab's sex ratio at birth.
Punjab continues to register notably low birth and fertility rates, even as it grapples with an aging populace. The state's crude birth rate (CBR) of 13.6 in 2024 lags significantly behind the national average of 18.3, and is lower than neighboring Haryana and Himachal Pradesh.
This trend indicates a slower population growth trajectory for Punjab. Furthermore, the total fertility rate (TFR) in Punjab stands at 1.4, also below the national average. These figures highlight a substantial demographic shift within the state, prompting ongoing discussions about its future population dynamics.
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