India, May 3 -- From Bhutan's early emphasis on Gross National Happiness to Finland's continued reign as the world's happiest nation, the evidence is clear: Sustainable development must prioritise human relationships and emotional well-being as much as economic growth

This year'sWorld Happiness Report(WHR), published by the Well-being Research Centre, Oxford, in partnership with Gallup and the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network, focused on the importance of 'caring and sharing' and underlined that 'happiness isn't just about wealth or economic growth, but, rooted in trust, kindness, and social connection'. The report highlighted that for stronger communities and economies, the world 'must invest in human relationships'.

As the...