Increase in sales of condoms and other sexual products in the country amid Valentine’s Day

New Delhi – Valentine’s Day was celebrated in India and abroad on 14^thFebruary. During this period in India, instead of ordering flowers, chocolates, or gifts as before through “quick commerce” online sales apps, youngsters openly purchased products related to sexual health. There was demand for various items ranging from condoms to other related products.

Reports show a massive surge in the sale of contraceptives and sexual products ahead of Valentine’s Day.

Is this "love" or just rising immorality?

It is time to consider a ban on such days that promote immorality under the garb of celebration. 🚫🇮🇳#SocialValues #ValentineDay… pic.twitter.com/LgZcJEFds9

— Sanatan Prabhat (@SanatanPrabhat) February 17, 2026

1.  According to a report by Instamart, in the year 2026, sales of sexual health products in India increased threefold compared to the previous year. Items that were once considered taboo are now among the highest-selling products through online platforms.

2.  On the occasion of Valentine’s Day, along with sexual health products, there was also significant sales growth in the beauty and self-care categories. A customer from Cuttack in Odisha purchased makeup products worth ₹15,093. An individual from Surat in Gujarat spent ₹10,845 on hair care, bath, and body care products.

3.  There was also a significant increase in the sale of Valentine’s Day cards. In Bengaluru, sales were higher than in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Chennai.

Editorial perspective

Under the name of the so-called day of love, indulgence and immoral acts are being committed; therefore, it has now become necessary to impose a ban on such days in India !