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First-Ever Global Map of Persons of Indian Origin with Official Indian Boundaries Released by Pravasi Setu Foundation

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In a landmark contribution to Indian diaspora and migration studies, the Pravasi Setu Foundation has released the first-ever global map depicting the distribution of Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) in over 200 countries. This pioneering effort is based on official data from the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India (2025).

🎯 Key features of the map:

  • Presents PIO data country-wise across the globe
  • Designed for use by researchers, journalists, educators, and the wider public
  • Shows countries in proportional shade based on PIO population
  • Accurately represents India’s official international boundaries, including Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, and Arunachal Pradesh, in alignment with the Government of India’s cartographic position

✅ Available for download in high-resolution formats:

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💡 The map is suitable for:

  • Academic and research publications
  • Policy briefings and teaching
  • Diaspora engagement events and media presentations

📜 Usage Terms:
This map is available for academic, journalistic, educational, and research purposes, with permission and attribution to Pravasi Setu Foundation (www.psfresearch.com).

📬 To request permission or get a high-resolution variant for publication, email: publish@psfresearch.com

🙏 Special Thanks:
We gratefully acknowledge the contribution of Mr. Chandramani Chaubey, Research Scholar at the Centre for the Study of Regional Development (CSRD), Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), for his expert guidance and support in building this map.

This map is part of our commitment to data-driven diaspora and migration policy research, and to placing India’s global diaspora footprint firmly in public and academic consciousness.

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Authors

  • The Pravasi Setu Foundation is a leading think tank and research institution dedicated to addressing the multifaceted challenges and opportunities related to migration. We focus on both internal migration within India and the Indian diaspora across the globe. Our mission is to serve as a bridge between migrant communities and policymakers, advocating for inclusive policies that empower migrants while shaping public and global conversations on migration.

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  • Prakash Kumar Jha is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of the Pravasi Setu Foundation, an organization dedicated to bridging research and advocacy on migration and diaspora issues. As a Senior Research Fellow of the University Grants Commission and a PhD candidate at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Prakash focuses his academic research on the Indian diaspora in Madagascar, exploring their economic, social, cultural, and political contributions from 1960 to 2019. Prakash is also the editor of Pravasi Pulse, a magazine that highlights key themes related to migration and diaspora, fostering discussions around identity, culture, and policy. Prakash believes in producing meaningful research and fostering dialogue to address the complexities of migration, with a focus on inclusion and understanding. Through the Pravasi Setu Foundation, he hopes to contribute to building bridges between communities and fostering deeper insights into the migration experience.  

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5 responses to “First-Ever Global Map of Persons of Indian Origin with Official Indian Boundaries Released by Pravasi Setu Foundation”

  1. MADHUKAR NARRAIN, OSK Avatar
    MADHUKAR NARRAIN, OSK

    Very nice initiative.

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