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Howdy Stackers!
Today, I got a few words of appreciation from @k00b about my posting on India's economy. Thanks to him and all of you for motivating to post reality about a country which has been thought deprived of money for a very long time in modern history. But the world has changed so much in less than 2 decades and India is getting closer and closer to achieve its status of being a 'Golden Bird' once again and for many reasons it's gonna happen in this century.
For today, I've found a very interesting article by BBC. The article deals with 6 charts which not only specify about the good things but they also present the bad and ugly things that may possibly stall Indian bandwagon of incredible growth and development. Here's one chart for you:
A three day pre-wedding ceremony of Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani's son recently offered a glimpse into the country's new gilded age. Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Gates and Ivanka Trump were in attendance. Rihanna shook a leg with Bollywood's biggest celebrities, while the Ambani women flashed diamonds and jewellery once part of the Mughal empire's collection.
Luxury brands making cars, watches and liquor have been growing faster than India's more mass-market companies, according to Arnab Mitra, who researches Indian consumer brands at Goldman Sachs.
Many economists argue that the nature of India's economic growth post pandemic has been uneven, or "K-shaped" - where the rich have thrived, while the poor continue to struggle. India may be the fifth largest global economy at an aggregate level, but on a per person basis, it still languishes at the 140th rank.
Future projections may be promising but the reality is generally observed in present. Looking at present inequality in income India is once again progressing to the same era when a king will boast of all the riches of his great country but The people will survive only on the mercy of their king!
What do you say?
Economic development may accelerate dramatically as parts of India surpass certain levels of quality of life. There's such an enormous number of highly educated Indian professionals living abroad. Some of them may return home, if it becomes economically feasible to do so without sacrificing too much in living standards.
If that happens, it will look like "worsening" income inequality, because they're going to be relatively affluent people moving into relatively affluent areas.
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Thats right but debatable! Indian people are also very much cultural beings! I've seen many affluent people living in villages. If someone can value the heritage, he will choose village instead of Indian cities. The living standard in towns and villages is superior in India than to the cities.
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That would be even better.
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Is Modi popular in India?
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Yes, very popular. However, those who vote for him are only pro Hindu. He's popular among every community and if asked everyone will say that there's no option for Modi right now, Modi is doing the best job for India.
For a detailed answer to your question, I suggest you read this article by BBC
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all charts that comes from fiat institutions are scams ~
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These weren't exclusively from Fiat institutions!
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Just came back from a trip, too much dust, heat and shit going around there.
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Yes, you're about dust and heat but what shit?
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Based on the information provided, my opinion is that India is indeed experiencing a concerning trend towards increased economic inequality. While the country has made significant economic progress overall, the benefits of this growth appear to be disproportionately concentrated among the wealthy elite. The stark contrast between lavish celebrations attended by global billionaires and the struggles of the average citizen highlights this disparity. The "K-shaped" recovery mentioned in the text, where the rich continue to prosper while the poor face ongoing hardships, is particularly troubling. However, it's important to note that this situation is not necessarily permanent or inevitable. Many developing economies face similar challenges as they grow rapidly. The key will be whether India can implement policies and reforms that promote more inclusive growth, improve income distribution, and provide better opportunities for the broader population. While the current trend is concerning, India's democratic system and vibrant civil society provide avenues for addressing these issues. The country has the potential to course-correct and work towards more equitable development. However, this will require concerted efforts from policymakers, businesses, and civil society to ensure that economic growth translates into improved living standards for all segments of the population, not just the elite
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