India's 2026 Household Budgets Shift as Groceries Fall, Rents Rise

A study looked at how Indian families used their money in 2026.

Families spent less on groceries than they did in 2025.

However, they spent much more on rent.

Education also became a larger expense for many families.

People said GST 2.0 lowered prices in several categories, including food, medicines, vehicles, and appliances.

But most families did not suddenly start buying many more things.

Some used the extra money to save more.

Others bought better food or spent more on education and health.

This shows that families used their financial relief carefully.