We are above 8.3 Billion (8.3 Billion, Sept 2026) today in the world. Some projections indicate that it is going to grow more than 30% by 2050 & will reach 9.8 Billion . When we talk about the world population problems , then the conflict over water , food , energy , open space , transportation , Infrastructure is there in front of the world . World population growth is causing another problem as well . It is destroying Greenbelt Forest in highly populated area because more population needs more space to live . Where the human living space coming to an end , men go to destroy forest & create something artificial . In developing countries , large family size is the main cause for poverty and poor health .
Ironically , on the other hand many governments of the world have reduced funding for family planning in the past 15 years . As a result , the projection for more world population growth is increasing . There could be a main reason for this that the world most populous countries are becoming the world’s big markets as well . Therefore , governments of such states may see a big business opportunities behind huge population . Today , world big companies are focusing on the world’s most populous countries .
There could be such benefits for a populous country but we couldn’t ignore the above problems as well due to world population growth . At the same time , I would say that government bodies and other agencies are working to make balance between population and development. I have my own take on the world population growth and how could we live & see development in populous countries as well . How could we reduce problems in most populous countries . Let’s have a look .
What To Do
If we want to see a perfect balance between world population growth and development . Then , It’s the responsibility of each and every citizen of this world apart from government and other agencies . The only thing which we need to do is to take responsibility of ourselves & our children . First of all , we must understand & get aware about our responsibilities for nature , environment , society . By doing so , we must know the scarcity of resources and the best measures to do in such a situation . After that , We must get into the daily habit of doing something to minimise that problem .
Let’s say , If there is scarcity of fresh air , then the perfect measure is to plant trees . Therefore , first you must get into a habit of planting trees every day or whenever you get time . After that , being parents it’s your responsibility to make your children follow this habit . It is obvious that when you are living in a highly populated state , there is going to be scarcity of some natural resources . Population control is one thing and it must be done on mass level & government must have part in it . Apart from this , It is the responsibility of citizens to get aware about the scarcity of resources and find natural and solid measures and start working towards it .
World Population Growth
If such efforts are to be done on mass level then the problem of scarcity is no longer a problem . It is going to be in control in less time than expected because when mass people joins for any cause it is going to be to complete very soon . Ultimately it’s the willingness of people which is going to solve things no matter how big it is . The process doesn’t end here , You have to make a chain of right doing . When your children grow up , they must see you do such efforts for human life . Naturally , they are going to adopt such habits themselves . They are going to follow these things to minimise the scarcity of resources in their life . Which is going to ensure right use of resources with a futuristic approach .
Concluding Part
On the occasion for World Population Day 2019 . My mind stuck on this measure to make a harmonious & happy environment in populous areas . There could be another measures as well . The logic is simple , when we face any mass problem , the solution lies within the willingness & efforts of mass people itself . For eg . , when we face any natural disaster , the neighbouring state or the people of neighbouring towns come together & do whatever it takes to save maximum no . of people and to minimise damage . There is another benefit of above mentioned method . This method is going to make people more intellect & alert . Because to find the measure of scarcity , one has to research a lot which is going to add something in your personality . Time is calling for world population growth & development .
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the world population problem?
Today we have 8.3 billion people in the world. By 2050, it will reach 9.8 billion – a 30% increase. This creates many problems:
- Not enough clean water and food
- Energy shortage
- Less open space
- Traffic and infrastructure issues
- Forests being destroyed for living space
These are real, serious problems that affect everyone.
How does population growth destroy forests?
When the population grows, people need more space to live. When natural land runs out, people destroy forests and build houses and cities.
In highly populated countries, this is happening very fast. Green areas are disappearing because they’re being replaced with concrete buildings and roads. This is called “destroying Greenbelts.”
Why did governments reduce funding for family planning?
This is ironic. In the past 15 years, many governments actually reduced money for family planning programs.
The reason: The most populated countries are becoming big markets with lots of customers. Big companies want to do business there. Governments see money-making opportunities in large populations. So they want more people, not fewer.
But this makes the population problem worse.
Does large family size cause poverty in developing countries?
Yes. In developing countries, large families are a main cause of poverty and poor health. More children mean:
- Less money to spend on each child
- Less food per person
- Worse health care access
- Less education opportunity
- More struggle to survive
This is why family planning is important in these countries.
What can one person do about world population?
You don’t wait for governments. You start today by taking responsibility for yourself and nature.
Step 1: Understand the problem. Know that resources are limited. Learn about scarcity.
Step 2: Take action. If there’s no fresh air, plant trees. If water is scarce, save water. Find the problem and become part of the solution.
Step 3: Make it a habit. Do these things regularly, not just once.
