BRICS Summit in New Delhi Sparks Regional Variations in Search Interest
The 18th BRICS summit, hosted in New Delhi, has garnered significant attention across India, with varying levels of interest across different regions. According to a Moneycontrol analysis of Google Trends data, Delhi recorded the highest interest score of 100, followed by Haryana and Arunachal Pradesh.
Regional Variations in Search Interest
While BRICS dominated the search trends in northern and central India, interest decreased in southern states. Karnataka had a score of 32, Telangana 27, Kerala 20, Andhra Pradesh 19, and Tamil Nadu 17. In contrast, Iran had a relatively higher share of search interest in southern states, such as Karnataka, Telangana, and Kerala.
China's Influence in Northeastern States
China had a higher interest score in northeastern states, including Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura. Manipur registered the maximum score of 100, followed by Tripura at 83, Meghalaya and Nagaland at 68 each, Mizoram at 66, and Arunachal Pradesh at 64.
Why Regional Variations Matter
The regional variations in search interest may be attributed to cultural, geographical, and political factors. The cultural ties between Iran and Kashmir, as well as China's border disputes with northeastern states, may contribute to the differing levels of interest.
What to Watch
Future developments to watch include the outcomes of the BRICS summit and its implications for India's geopolitical relationships. Additionally, the response of the Indian government to China's actions in the northeastern region and the evolving dynamics between Iran, China, and India will be crucial to monitor.