11 Side Hustles Perfect for Indian Festival Season Income

5. Digital Invitations & Festive Templates

Digital invitations, editable social templates, and printable decoration art are low-overhead items that scale well. Once you design a set of templates—puja invites, Diwali party cards, or Karva Chauth meal invites—you can sell them repeatedly on Etsy or your own site. Buyers appreciate ready-made designs with cultural motifs, bilingual text fields, and easy instructions for customization. Use software like Canva for editable templates and offer a few customization add-ons as a paid service. This side hustle requires little upfront cost beyond time, and you can bundle sets by festival or region. Pricing can range from a few dollars for instant downloads to $20–$50 for customized invites. To reach diaspora buyers, post sample mockups on Instagram and use community hashtags and temple groups. Digital products also pair well with physical orders—add a free invite with every hamper to increase perceived value. Expect modest passive income initially, growing as your template library expands and you get repeat customers.