In India’s 45-Day Wedding Season, 1 Crore Part-Time Jobs Will Be Created
NEW DELHI- India’s 45-day wedding season, starting November 1, is projected to generate an unprecedented Rs 6.5 lakh crore from an estimated 46 lakh weddings, a report said on October 30.
Delhi is expected to contribute a significant portion, generating Rs 1.8 lakh crore from 4.8 lakh weddings, according to the study by the CAIT Research and Trade Development Society.
The research arm of the Confederation of All India Traders conducted a study in 75 cities and revealed that the spending per wedding has increased, despite a nearly unchanged total wedding count from the previous year.
The rise reflects higher disposable incomes, inflation in precious metals, and rising consumer confidence following a record-breaking festive season.
In the previous year, 2024, 48 lakh weddings were held at a cost of Rs 5.90 lakh crore, compared to 38 lakh weddings at Rs 4.74 lakh crore in 2023.
The study highlights a strong shift toward Swadeshi products, with over 70 per cent of wedding-related purchases now being Indian-made. This includes apparel, jewelry, decor, utensils, and catering items. CAIT’s “Vocal for Local Weddings” campaign has substantially reduced the presence of imported goods such as Chinese lighting, artificial decor, and gift accessories, the report noted.
Traditional artisans, jewelers, and textile producers are witnessing a surge in orders, symbolizing the strength of India’s local manufacturing and craftsmanship, it added.
This wedding season could generate over 1 crore temporary and part-time jobs, directly benefiting decorators, caterers, florists, artists, transporters, and hospitality staff. MSMEs in textiles, jewelry, handicrafts, packaging, and logistics are also set to gain substantial seasonal momentum.
The report estimated that the wedding season will contribute approximately Rs 75,000 crore to government tax revenues. CAIT’s sectoral estimate showed that jewelry will be the largest contributor to economic activity during the wedding season with a 15 per cent share, while apparel and sarees contribute 10 per cent. (IANS)
