Loneliness Economy Rises: Urban Dwellers Pay for Companionship Amidst Isolation
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Moneycontrol•05-01-2026, 13:12
Loneliness Economy Rises: Urban Dwellers Pay for Companionship Amidst Isolation
- •Loneliness is now an emerging social and economic trend, giving rise to a 'loneliness economy'.
- •Fast-paced life, digital interactions, and relocation to cities contribute to widespread loneliness in metros.
- •People are willing to pay for companionship, conversation, and emotional connection to fill this void.
- •Paid social meetups are gaining popularity in cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Gurugram, and Kolkata, focusing on safe, respectful interaction, not dating.
- •Experts warn prolonged loneliness can lead to mental health issues, driving demand for genuine human connection over digital chats.
Why It Matters: The 'loneliness economy' is growing as urban dwellers pay for genuine human connection to combat isolation.
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