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Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Gujarati diaspora at 49L; 36L in India, 13L abroad
1 2 Ahmedabad: The global footprint of the Gujarati-speaking community is both vast and vibrant, stretching from the bustling streets of New York to the serene landscapes of Wellington, and from the cultural hubs of Durban to the historic city of Antwerp. However, a recent study reveals that the internal migration of Gujaratis within India significantly surpasses their international migration. Conducted by Professor Chinmay Tumbe of the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIM-A), the study estimates the Gujarati-speaking diaspora to be approximately 49 lakh. Of these, 36 lakh reside within India, while 13 lakh have settled abroad. This research, titled 'The Internal and International Diasporas of India', has been published in the latest issue of the Sage journal, 'Sociological Bulletin'. You Can Also Check: Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad | Gold Rates Today in Ahmedabad | Silver Rates Today in Ahmedabad "Relative to the speaking population of over 60 million, around 8% of Gujaratis are part of a diaspora, making it the fifth most dispersed major language group in India," Prof Tumbe explained. "The internal diaspora is nearly three times the size of the international diaspora." While the presence of Gujaratis in regions like East Africa, the UK, and the US is well-documented, the study also highlights a significant, albeit lesser-known, Gujarati community in Tamil Nadu. The primary driver behind these migrations, both internal and international, appears to be business and trade opportunities. "Gujarat's long coastline has historically facilitated migratory connections with the Indian Ocean world," Prof Tumbe noted. "While droughts may have initiated some migration streams, it is the community's entrepreneurial spirit that has fueled the majority of these movements." The study provides a detailed breakdown of the Gujarati diaspora abroad, with the United States hosting 3.4 lakh Gujaratis, followed by 3 lakh in the UK, 2 lakh in Canada, 1.4 lakh in East Africa, and 1 lakh in West Asian countries. Within India, the diversity of the Gujarati-speaking population is notable, even excluding Mumbai, which alone has an estimated 18 lakh Gujarati speakers. Prof Tumbe also highlights the internal diversity within Gujarat itself, where communities from various parts of India have settled. "In Gujarat, one can find a Marathi-speaking subculture. Surat, in particular, is the most cosmopolitan city in Gujarat, with vibrant communities of Marathi, Sindhi, Punjabi, Odia, and Bihari speakers engaged in business and other activities," Prof. Tumbe added. The study also compares the total internal and external diaspora sizes of other Indian languages, with Hindi leading at 39.9 million, followed by Tamil (8.4 million), Telugu (7.9 million), Marathi (5.5 million), Gujarati (4.9 million), and Punjabi (4.3 million). This research underscores the dynamic nature of the Gujarati diaspora, driven by a quest for new opportunities and a rich history of trade and migration. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- The Hindu
Telangana CPGET key released; Objections to the key till Aug 21
A total of 45,477 candidates (87.51%) of the registered 51,965 candidates took the Telangana Common Post Graduate Entrance Test conducted by Osmania University from August 6 to 11. The test was called for admissions for a total of 51 subjects, including 44 postgraduate courses and four five-year integrated courses. The test did not include subjects such as M.A. Arabic, Kannada, Marathi, Persian, Theatre Arts, M. Sc Electronics and Sericulture. The convener, TPCPGET, summarising the test details on Monday informed that the preliminary key for 32 subjects has been published on Candidates can express objections to the key along with supporting documents in the prescribed format online from Tuesday till 11 a.m. of August 21. Candidates, for each objection and each question, are required to pay Rs. 200 fee. The same would be refunded if the objection is found to be valid.
The Hindu
5 days ago
- The Hindu
Tricolour hoisted in 4 tribal hamlets in north Maharashtra for the first time since Independence
Ganesh Pavara had a challenging task on the eve of Independence Day. Managing with a feeble mobile network in his North Maharashtra hamlet, where electricity is yet to reach, he downloaded a video explaining how to tie a flag to a pole, so that it unfurls without a hitch. On Friday (August 15, 2025), leading a group of about 30 children and locals, the 20-something Pavara ensured that his remote Udadya hamlet, nestled in the Satpura range in Nandurbar district, witnessed its maiden flag hoisting. The hamlet, around 500 km from Mumbai and about 50 km from the nearest tehsil, has a population of 400, but has no government school. Pavara teaches at an informal school run by the NGO YUNG Foundation. 'This region is endowed with natural beauty, fertile soil, and the Narmada River flows through it. But being a hilly belt, it is difficult to reach,' says Sandeep Deore, founder of the YUNG Foundation. The foundation, which has been implementing education interventions in the region for three years, decided that the national flag should be hoisted in the hamlets of Udadya, Khaparmaal, Sadri and Manjnipada on Independence Day this year. More than 250 children enrolled in the four schools run by the foundation were present at the flag-hoisting ceremonies on Friday (August 15, 2025), besides local villagers. There is no government school or a gram panchayat office in these hamlets, hence, a flag-hoisting never took place in the last seven decades. The idea was not only to achieve a "first" but also to educate the local people about their democratic rights, said Mr. Deore. "The tribals here live a very independent life, but all of them may not know things like the rights guaranteed by our Constitution," he said. They often get fleeced or exploited while working as labourers or in day-to-day transactions, Mr. Deore pointed out. Many settlements, including Sadri, don't have road connectivity. Bhuvaansingh Pavra, a resident of Sadri, said people have to either walk for several hours or depend on a boat that plies on the Narmada to visit other villages in the area. The school of YUNG Foundation operates on his land. The lack of education is the biggest problem, and the next generation should not suffer from it, he said. The electricity grid has not reached any of the hamlets, and a majority of households depend on solar panels. Locals here speak the Pawari dialect, quite different from standard Marathi or Hindi, making it difficult for outsiders to communicate with them. Mr. Deore said it was difficult initially to win the trust of the people, but once they were convinced about the genuineness of the cause, it was easy to secure their cooperation. The foundation depends on donations to pay its teachers and procure basic infrastructure for its schools. But it can not implement a mid-day meal scheme, like in government schools, as these are informal schools. The anganwadi workers appointed by the government often stay away from these remote hamlets. There are, however, exceptions like Aajmibai, an anganwadi worker at Khaparmaal, who stays in the village allotted to her and does her job diligently.
