Life Expectancy in India
India's life expectancy has made tremendous progress over the last several decades. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) and the latest Sample Registration System (SRS) reports, the average life expectancy in India is 70.1 years (68.7 years for males and 71.5 years for females).
While India's average life expectancy is slightly lower than Western nations, individual longevity varies significantly based on urbanization, access to clean drinking water, quality nutrition, and preventative medical care. Engaging in healthy, active living remains the single most powerful way to exceed the baseline.