India is adopting pro-birth policies as concerns mount over declining fertility rates, which have dropped to 2.0 births per woman, below the replacement level of 2.1. This shift comes as several states, including Andhra Pradesh, announce financial incentives aimed at encouraging larger families. For instance, families in Andhra Pradesh can receive 30,000 rupees (approximately $350) for having a third child and 40,000 rupees (around $465) for a fourth child. Meanwhile, Sikkim has implemented supportive measures such as one year of maternity leave and financial aid for in vitro fertilization treatments. The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, a key supporter of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has expressed concerns that falling birth rates could lead to demographic imbalances and social tensions. Despite these initiatives, India faces challenges, including a youth unemployment rate of 9.9%, which may complicate the effectiveness of these pro-birth policies. The United Nations projects that India's population could peak at around 1.7 billion in about 40 years, highlighting the need for a balanced approach to population growth and economic stability.