India’s geographical and socio-economic landscape differed significantly before and after 1947.

Bihar was once renowned for its prosperity; it was home to “The Ancient Nalanda University” and served as a major center for the teachings of “Lord Gautam Buddha”. Today, however, the situation is starkly different; merely receiving an education there is considered a major undertaking, and for some families, simply securing enough food is a significant challenge. A region that once attracted people from across the country and abroad is now often perceived as unsafe to even venture out in.

Consider how Mumbai has emerged as India’s economic hub, despite the fact that one often struggles to find even walking space on its streets. It is home to a mix of prominent figures—from major business tycoons and superstars to notorious gangsters and underworld dons. People continue to live there despite the lack of adequate amenities.

Yet, our research suggests that Gujarat ought to be India’s economic powerhouse. While Google online searches might rank Gujarat fourth, we often overlook a crucial fact, the face featured on the currency used across India is that of a Gujarati. It is no secret that our Prime Minister, who hails from Gujarat, is currently a central figure of power.

Before 1947, Punjab was a state of people willing to lay down their lives for the country—be it figures like Bhagat Singh, Whose name is still mentioned today alongside Gandhiji as the guardians of the nation. After the partition of 1947, the Indian side of Punjab became a hotbed for terrorism. Pakistan—which was once part of India—lies in a specific direction; the people there who are willing to sacrifice their lives for their country are driven by the same directional influence. However, post-partition, the only ones crossing over from that side are terrorists—individuals who, too, wish to die for their cause, though they are neither patriots nor soldiers; they are simply ordinary people influenced by that directional energy. You will observe that people living in this direction either reside abroad or begin dreaming of moving overseas as soon as they come of age—a tendency driven solely by the influence of this direction. It is not merely about going abroad for education or employment; the desire to go abroad itself is a result of this directional influence.

Our research has identified South India as a hub for education.

We found East India to be socially active. People from Bihar and West Bengal are deeply engaged in government jobs, construction work, and discussions regarding politics and social issues.

North India has always been a center of opportunity. Everyone—from the administration to the government—seeks to establish a foothold here. Even today, the conflict between India and Pakistan centers on Kashmir because, prior to 1947, the northern region of Kashmir was shared by both. We are unconcerned with China’s progress.

Due to the geographical configuration of India’s southeast, the region’s economy will continue to grow; however, various factors hindering connectivity will prevent it from ever becoming fully developed.

The reason religion holds such immense power in India lies in the spiritual strength of the North-East region. Consider sites like Kedarnath, Badrinath, Mount Kailash, Gangotri, Hemkund Sahib, and the Jama Masjid in Nainital, all located in the North-East. None of these hold the status of India’s “richest” temples, and the rugged, mountainous terrain often results in a lack of modern amenities. Yet, even after the devastating floods in Kedarnath, the influx of pilgrims has not ceased. In fact, it continues to grow. The divine, the devotee, and devotion remain ever-present in a truly authentic sense.