India-Pakistan partition leads to refugees from both sides fleeing to avoid religious-based riots in 1947-48

The partition led to the evacuation of nearly 2 million people, causing Muslims and Hindus to become refugees in unfamiliar territories. They faced homelessness and hunger, setting up makeshift homes in city streets while waiting for assistance.

How did the partition affect the demographics of the regions involved?

What challenges did the refugees face in the major cities?