Despite its rapid economic expansion and growing global influence, India remains home to the largest share of the world’s poor, according to the latest global poverty statistics. With 41.01% of the world’s poor residing within its borders, India continues to grapple with deep-seated socioeconomic challenges that contrast sharply with its rising GDP and technological advancements.
China ranks second, accounting for 22.12% of the global poor population. While both nations have made significant strides in reducing poverty over the past few decades, their sheer population size and persistent regional disparities keep poverty eradication a formidable task.
Experts note that while urban centers in India and China have seen remarkable development, rural areas often lag behind, highlighting the need for more inclusive growth strategies. Addressing issues like unemployment, education gaps, and rural healthcare remains key to altering these figures in the coming years.
As the world focuses on achieving sustainable development goals, India’s battle against poverty stands as both a challenge and an opportunity — one that will shape not just its own future, but also the global fight against poverty.
