India faces a growing loneliness crisis as its population ages rapidly. Urbanization and changing social structures contribute to this increasing isolation. Young migrants and older adults alike experience profound feelings of not belonging. The emerging “silver economy” offers market-based solutions for connection and care. This situation highlights the need to address loneliness as a fundamental human requirement. India faces a growing loneliness crisis as its population ages rapidly. Urbanization and changing social structures contribute to this increasing isolation. Young migrants and older adults alike experience profound feelings of not belonging. The emerging “silver economy” offers market-based solutions for connection and care. This situation highlights the need to address loneliness as a fundamental human requirement.
