Archive · 9 Jan 2026
Kolkata Sees Winter Shopping Surge for Heaters and Woollens
It's been very cold in Kolkata, and people are rushing to buy heaters, geysers, blankets, and woollen clothes.
Shops are running out of stock because so many people need these items to stay warm.
Some people are even buying multiple heaters for their homes.
Others are buying extra woollen socks, gloves, and thermals for their kids.
Shops are also selling more blankets and premium ones are selling out quickly.
The cold weather has made these items very popular, and shops are struggling to keep up with the demand.
High demand for heaters, geysers, blankets, and woollens in Kolkata due to cold weather.
Shops are running out of stock, with some customers paying advances for heaters.
People are buying multiple heaters and extra woollen items like socks and gloves.
Sales of premium blankets and winterwear have surged, with some shops reordering multiple times.
Air purifiers are also in demand due to worsening air quality in winter.
- Who
- Residents of Kolkata
- What
- High demand for heaters, geysers, blankets, and woollens due to cold weather
- When
- Over the past week, with a significant surge in recent days
- Where
- Various markets in Kolkata, including CA Market, BD Market, CK Market, and IA Market
- Why
- Due to a sustained dip in temperature, making heating essentials a necessity
- Heater Brands
- Usha, Havells, Bajaj, Assure
- Heater Price Range
- Rs 2,600 - Rs 5,000
- Air Purifier Price Range
- Rs 7,500 - 57,000
- Winterwear Hub
- Ludhiana
- Premium Blanket Brands
- Boutique Living, Spaces
- Premium Blanket Price
- Rs 6,000 - 8,000