According to city-wise data, Tier-2 cities are leading in the spread of relationship fluidity across India with Guwahati, Jaipur and Ludhiana at the forefront
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This feeling is more pronounced in Tier 2 cities (63 per cent) such as Jaipur, Ludhiana and Guwahati than in Tier 1 cities (56 per cent) such as Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru
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Nearly 32 per cent of daters from metros and suburbs revealed that they silently judge their match based on how they celebrate and approach cultural festivals
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The survey revealed singles from metropolitan cities are more open to dating someone with a significant age gap when compared to suburban areas
On the contrary, Tier-2 cities, where 62 per cent of respondents support the idea of “forever and only you"
While 47 per cent say it depends on the person, only a mere 9 per cent prefer more interactive activities over the cinema
If you find yourself constantly seeking approval and craving validation, 28 per cent of Gen-Z dates from Tier 1 cities said that it might be a sign of Teacher's Pet Syndrome
Moreover, only 26 per cent believe that monogamy is natural and achievable, while 41 per cent state that it indeed goes against natural tendencies
If you find yourself constantly seeking approval and craving validation, 28 per cent of Gen-Z dates from Tier 1 cities said that it might be a sign of Teacher's Pet Syndrome
03 September,2025 07:22 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMoreover, only 26 per cent believe that monogamy is natural and achievable, while 41 per cent state that it indeed goes against natural tendencies
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For 52 per cent of respondents, it’s the simple ability to handle each other’s moods, that everyday emotional fluency built over time makes friendship such a strong base for romance
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