On Dhanteras in Jaipur, key shopping districts recorded festive trade of about ₹5,000–6,000 crore, even as gold and silver prices hit record levels. Jewellery, coins, automobiles, electronics and textiles drove activity. The high value of transactions is seen as a boost to consumer-demand sentiment, with economic analysts suggesting it signals resilient urban spending ahead of Diwali. The strong turnout was supported by extended shopping hours, festival promotions and improved disposable incomes in Tier-2 cities.