Governor RN Ravi Warns of Demographic Changes in India

Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi has raised alarms about significant demographic changes in regions like Assam and West Bengal, describing them as a 'ticking time bomb.' Speaking at the Rashtriya Raksha University, he emphasized the need for immediate action and research to address these shifts, which he believes could lead to future conflicts. Ravi also highlighted the importance of unity in the face of language disputes and warned that military strength alone cannot resolve internal issues, referencing the historical context of India's partition. His remarks call for a proactive approach to understanding and managing these demographic trends.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 30, 2025, 11:41 IST

Concerns Over Demographic Shifts

Gandhinagar, July 30: RN Ravi, the Governor of Tamil Nadu, expressed concerns on Tuesday regarding demographic shifts occurring in various regions of India, particularly in Assam and West Bengal.

He referred to these changes as a 'ticking time bomb' and urged all parties involved to seek solutions to this pressing issue.

In light of ongoing language disputes in several states, including accusations of Hindi imposition in Maharashtra, Ravi emphasized that fostering animosity over language is not aligned with India's cultural values.

“This nation has historically resisted external threats. However, internal conflicts have led to significant challenges. The partition of India in 1947 was a result of such internal discord, where certain ideologies rejected coexistence,” Ravi stated.

Speaking to students and faculty at the Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) in Gandhinagar, he questioned the lack of concern regarding demographic changes in regions like Assam, West Bengal, and parts of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar over the past few decades.

“Can we confidently say that in the next 50 years, there won't be movements advocating for partition in these areas?” he posed.

Ravi called for comprehensive studies on the evolving demographics in these regions and their potential implications for the future, stressing the urgency of addressing this matter.

He further noted that a nation's military might alone is insufficient to manage internal strife, citing the disintegration of the Soviet Union in 1991 as a cautionary example.