A demographic study conducted across 28 villages of Dehradun district indicates a significant shift in population patterns, with a noticeable increase in the Muslim population and a decline in the Hindu share over the past decade and a half
Dehradun:
A new survey conducted across 28 villages in Dehradun district has revealed significant demographic changes over the last 15 years, highlighting a sharp rise in the Muslim population and a decline in the Hindu population share.
According to the data compiled from local administrative records and population registers, the number of Muslim residents has increased substantially in several rural pockets, while the Hindu population has either remained stagnant or shown a gradual decrease.
Experts attribute these demographic changes to a combination of factors, including migration patterns, differences in birth rates, and urbanization trends that have influenced settlement dynamics in the region.
The findings have sparked discussions among policymakers and social researchers about population balance, development planning, and communal harmony in the hill state.
Officials have said that a comprehensive demographic review is being planned to assess the broader implications of these shifts on education, employment, and infrastructure in the affected areas.
The survey’s results are expected to be shared with the state government’s planning department for further analysis and long-term policy formulation.