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flag India’s 2025 festive season to create up to 200,000 temporary retail and logistics jobs, mostly in smaller cities.

flag The 2025 festive season in India is expected to generate up to 200,000 new jobs in retail, e-commerce, logistics, and consumer services, with 70% being temporary or gig roles, primarily in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. flag Hiring is projected to rise 20–25% compared to 2024, driven by growth in quick commerce, third-party logistics, and expanded supply chain infrastructure. flag Around 26% of new hires may be retained post-season, indicating a shift toward blended workforce models. flag Cities like Bhubaneswar, Kochi, Indore, Surat, and Nagpur are seeing 30–40% hiring increases, with these regions expected to account for 50% of gig jobs by FY26 due to lower costs, strong talent availability, and higher retention.

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