Pakistan outshines India in latest happiness rankings

The survey found that Chinese citizens topped the global happiness rankings.


News Desk April 28, 2025

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Pakistan has ranked among the top ten happiest nations in a new survey by Gallup Pakistan, significantly outpacing neighbouring India.

According to Gallup’s latest Happiness Index, Pakistan placed 8th out of 44 countries surveyed, with 72% of Pakistanis describing themselves as happy despite ongoing national challenges.

In contrast, India ranked at the bottom of the list. Only 31% of Indian respondents reported feeling happy, while 34% expressed dissatisfaction with their lives.

The survey found that Chinese citizens topped the global happiness rankings, with 86% stating they were happy, surpassing several European nations.

Gallup Pakistan, which specialises in public opinion research, noted that the findings reflect a resilient spirit among Pakistanis even amid political and economic difficulties.

The Happiness Index is based on a wide range of metrics assessing people's overall satisfaction with life, emotional wellbeing, and outlook for the future.

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