From safe savers to risk takers: Why Indians are spending more, borrowing more, and saving less – India’s saving crisis: Are we turning into a borrowing nation?

For decades, Indian families were known for saving a big share of their income, but that habit is fading fast. Today, households are saving only about ?5 out of every ?100 they earn, the lowest level seen in roughly 47 years. At the same time, people are taking on more loans for everyday spending, lifestyle upgrades and business needs. This growing dependence on debt means less money is left to build a safety cushion for the future, leaving many families more financially vulnerable than before.