70 million people displaced worldwide due to war, violence and natural disasters in 2022

Displacement of millions of people during Russia-Ukraine war

Geneva (Switzerland) – In 2022, 71.1 million people were displaced worldwide due to war, violence and natural disasters, according to a global report by the ‘Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre’. It has been reported that 2.5 million people have been displaced due to natural calamities in India. The report says the war between Ukraine and Russia has led to massive displacement. Compared to the year 2021, this ratio is more than 20%.

Representational image (Credit : World Bank)

Pakistan, Nigeria and Brazil witnessed most displacement due to the floods. Drought caused displacement in Somalia, Kenya and Ethiopia. Compared to the year 2021, the number of displaced people has increased by 40% in 2022.

Editorial Viewpoints

• 2.5 million people displaced in India due to natural disasters.
• As predicted by Saints and Seers, millions of people may die in such calamities in the future. During this time, it is necessary to do Sadhana (spiritual practice) to protect oneself !