Well, then explain to me the heavy population density in certain regions of the country. I don't care what eminence some institution has as long as the truth is in front of me. Now NE as a whole has the same problem as Western countries since most people from my region move to metro cities for jobs.
But if you are telling me that what I told is a 'tale', especially for Rajasthan, Haryana, UP, Bihar, Jharkhand, Bengal, MP, etc. then I suggest you to take your vaccine jabs ASAP, apply for a 1-2 month leave and travel around the country. Live among the people far away from your urban centre and see what I mean.