As India gears up for its peak wedding season from November 1 to December 14, an estimated 46 lakh weddings are projected to generate a staggering ₹6.5 lakh crore in economic activity, according to a report by the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT).
India’s grand wedding season is back, and this year it is expected to give a massive boost to the country’s economy. According to estimates by the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), around 46 lakh weddings will take place between November and mid-December, generating a record ₹6.5 lakh crore in business.
Spending Set to Hit New Highs
Even though the number of weddings is slightly lower than last year, the overall spending has gone up. Families are investing more in jewellery, clothing, décor, venues, catering, and photography, pushing the wedding market to its highest level ever. A strong festive season, rising disposable incomes, and stable consumer sentiment are driving this surge.
Big Boost for Indian-Made Products
One of the biggest highlights this year is the shift toward “Vocal for Local.”
Over 70% of purchases—from bridal outfits and jewellery to décor, crockery, and lighting—are expected to be Indian-made. Demand for imported wedding goods, especially from China, continues to decline, giving thousands of Indian artisans and MSMEs a strong seasonal boost.
Where the Money Will Be Spent
The wedding economy spreads across dozens of industries. The major spending areas include:
- Jewellery and gold purchases
- Apparel, sarees, and designer wear
- Catering and food services
- Event management, destination planning, and décor
- Hotels, travel, and hospitality
- Music, lighting, photo and video production
Jewellery alone is expected to account for nearly 15% of total spending, while catering and event services will contribute significantly on the services side.
1 Crore Jobs to Be Created
This wedding season is also expected to generate over 1 crore jobs across India. From decorators, caterers, florists, and designers to drivers, photographers, musicians, and technicians — almost every local service sector will experience a jump in demand.
Small businesses, especially in textiles, handicrafts, packaging, and logistics, will see major seasonal gains.
Delhi Leads the Wedding Rush
Delhi is expected to witness 4.8 lakh weddings, generating around ₹1.8 lakh crore in business—making it one of the biggest contributors to the wedding economy.
Other wedding hotspots like Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and South Indian temple towns are also set to record high spending due to destination weddings and heritage-themed celebrations.
Digital Content and AI Enter the Wedding Scene
A new trend this year is the rise of digital wedding services.
Families are spending on online invitations, AI-based planning tools, social-media-style photography, and cinematic reels. Digital content accounts for 1–2% of wedding budgets, and the demand for AI wedding planners is growing rapidly.
Huge Tax Windfall for the Government
The government is expected to earn ₹75,000 crore in tax revenues from this wedding season alone, thanks to GST collections on jewellery, clothing, hospitality, and event services.
The upcoming wedding season is shaping up to be one of the most profitable in India’s history. With ₹6.5 lakh crore expected to enter the market, millions of jobs created, and a solid push for Indian-made products, the wedding industry continues to be one of the strongest engines of India’s economy.
