Eid-ul-Fitr 2025: India's festive economy sees 50% sales surge

Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 fuelled India’s economy with a significant 30–50% rise in retail and food sales. Cities like Hyderabad saw apparel sales jump by 60–70%, while Mumbai’s sweet shops reported a 30–50% increase. Small businesses thrived, with many making up to 70% of annual income during Eid. Travel bookings also spiked, with trains and flights fully booked in major routes.