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From Diyas to Digital: India’s New Gifting Story

Festivals in India have always been about togetherness, joy, and that special moment of exchanging gifts. But in 2025, gifting has gone way beyond a box of sweets or a packet of dry fruits. It’s evolving into something more meaningful, more thoughtful, and surprisingly innovative.

This year, Indians are redefining what it means to “gift with love” blending tradition with tech, sustainability, and personalization like never before. Let’s unwrap the big shifts shaping festive gifting in India right now.

Gifting is About Experiences, Not Just Things

Gone are the days when gifts were chosen purely for usefulness. Today, it’s about creating an experience, a curated hamper that tells a story, a personalized keepsake, or even a weekend escape voucher. The emotional impact matters more than the item itself.

At the Gifts World Expo – Mumbai Edition, this is exactly what’s on display: brands blending the best of tradition (think handcrafted mithai, artisanal treats) with modern indulgence (luxury skincare, gourmet coffees, bespoke packaging).

Personalization is the New Premium

The most valued gifts are the ones that feel personal. Engraved names, custom notes, monogrammed accessories, or even AI-generated digital art tailored for someone special, these touches turn a simple present into a keepsake.

Thanks to smarter tech and logistics, personalization is now possible at almost every budget.

AI-Powered & Tech-Savvy Gifting

One of the biggest shifts shaping the gifting landscape in 2025 is the growing role of technology. It’s no longer just about traditional presents, tech is transforming how we choose, give, and even experience gifts.

• AI-personalized hampers: Gift platforms now harness artificial intelligence to curate hampers and presents tailored to a recipient’s personality, hobbies, age group, or even online browsing behavior, making each gift feel more thoughtful and relevant.
• Next-gen gadgets: Smart devices from AI-driven fitness trackers to home assistants are emerging as crowd favorites, particularly among younger and tech-forward audiences.
• Immersive unboxing experiences: Some e-gifting services are enhancing the moment of giving with AR and VR tools, offering interactive “virtual unwrapping” experiences that make digital gifts feel as exciting as physical ones.

In short, gifting in 2025 is no longer limited to something you can hold in your hands. Whether it’s a luxury hamper, an AI-powered personalized gift, or a smart gadget. The best gifts this year are those that carry a story and a sense of the future. Because at the end of the day, a gift is not just something you give, it’s something you say without words

Discover how gifting is evolving at Gifts World Expo — where tradition meets innovation. From personalized keepsakes and eco-friendly hampers to AI-powered gifting solutions and smart tech surprises, the expo brings together everything that’s shaping the future of festive gifting in 2026.

Whether you’re a brand, retailer, or simply someone who loves to gift thoughtfully, this is your one-stop destination to explore, connect, and get inspired.