India, June 14 -- Swiss voters headed to the polls on June 14 to decide on a controversial proposal that would limit the country's population to 10 million people by 2050.

The referendum, backed by the right-wing Swiss People's Party (SVP), has sparked a nationwide debate over immigration, housing, public services, and the future of Switzerland's relationship with the European Union.

Supporters of the proposal argue that rapid population growth is putting pressure on infrastructure, housing availability, transportation networks, and natural resources.

They believe a population cap would help preserve Switzerland's quality of life and ensure sustainable development in the coming decades.

Opponents, including the Swiss government and bu...