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35% of singles in India suffer from loneliness, reveals survey
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News18•05-10-2026, 17:32
35% of singles in India suffer from loneliness, reveals survey
- •A joint survey by Match Group and Ipsos reveals that 35% of young singles in India experience loneliness often or always due to modern lifestyles.
- •Despite 75% socializing in person regularly, 58% feel lonely in real life even while being digitally connected.
- •Around 70% of people are actively trying to build new social connections, with 72% desiring fewer but deeper relationships.
- •When it comes to romance, 85% are looking for long-term relationships and 78% strongly believe in true love.
- •About 40% of singles use dating apps, with 63% agreeing that these platforms help them feel less lonely and more connected.
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According to a joint survey by Match Group and Ipsos, 35% of young singles in India experience loneliness often or always.
The survey highlights that 64% of young singles prioritize their work or studies over a social life, and 55% report being too exhausted after daily tasks to socialize.
An overwhelming 85% of young Indian singles are looking for a long-term relationship, a figure that climbs to 89% among Gen Z. Additionally, 40% currently use dating apps, with 63% stating that these apps help them feel more connected and less lonely.
