Report Finds Smaller Indian Cities Surpass Megacities in Household Spending
A recent report by PRICE and Tata Sons Research reveals that India's highest average household spending occurs in smaller and mid-sized cities rather than the six largest metros. Chandigarh leads with the highest household income and spending, followed by Thiruvananthapuram, Amritsar, Ahmedabad, and Jabalpur, all surpassing Mumbai. The report categorizes cities into four groups, highlighting a shift in consumption patterns where spending power is spreading beyond traditional megacities.
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We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (51/100). Lens Score 33/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
indiatoday broke this story on 10 Sept, 11:21 am. Other outlets followed.