Population Growth Disaster: A Looming Crisis
Key Points
- Projected Growth: Pakistan’s population is expected to reach 380 million by 2050, making it the third most populous country.
- Economic Strain: The country has consistently underperformed economically compared to other large-population nations.
- Social Barriers: Cultural and religious factors, gender inequality, and lack of education hinder family planning efforts.
- Infrastructure Overload: Overcrowding in cities is worsening poverty, unemployment, and pressure on public services.
- Global Comparison: Pakistan, along with Ethiopia, Nigeria, and the DRC, will account for 43% of global births in 2024, highlighting the urgency of controlling growth.
Summary
Pakistan’s rapid population growth poses severe economic, social, and environmental challenges. Despite a decline in fertility rates, unchecked growth continues to strain infrastructure, worsen poverty, and limit employment opportunities. Cultural resistance to family planning and gender inequality further hinder progress. With projections showing Pakistan as the third most populous nation by 2050, urgent policy action is needed to curb growth before it leads to irreversible consequences.
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