The Jain community in India, especially in Gujarat, has made headlines after collectively purchasing 186 luxury cars worth ₹149.54 crore and saving an impressive ₹21.22 crore through a massive community buying initiative. The effort, led by the Jain International Trade Organisation (JITO), reflects the growing influence of collective purchasing as a financial strategy in India.
How The Jain Community Secured The Deal
The cars purchased ranged from ₹60 lakh to ₹1.34 crore each, covering 15 major luxury brands including Audi, BMW, Mercedes, and others. While members across India participated, a large majority of buyers were Gujaratis from Ahmedabad a state long known for its strong trading and business culture.
Himanshu Shah, Vice Chairman of JITO Apex, shared that this initiative was about more than just saving money. “Community buying gives us the power to negotiate better. Brands benefit from assured volumes and lower marketing costs, while our members save significantly,” he said. Through this drive, JITO members purchased luxury cars worth ₹149 crore and collectively saved ₹21 crore — a financial win that underlines the strength of group purchasing.
The Rise Of Collective Consumer Power
JITO’s success has inspired the organisation to launch a dedicated community buying wing that will extend similar large-scale deals to other sectors like electronics, medicines, and jewellery. The initiative represents a modern evolution of the traditional Indian practice of community cooperation, using collective strength to negotiate better terms from major corporations.
The concept isn’t limited to the Jain community. The Bharwad Yuva Sangathan in Gujarat recently adopted a similar model by pooling bookings for 121 JCB machines, saving around ₹4 crore through discounts averaging ₹3.3 lakh per unit. The Sangathan’s president, Dilip Bharwad, noted that the initiative also supports self-employment for youth, with many able to purchase machinery at zero down payment through community-backed guarantees.
The Future Of Community-Based Commerce
The success of JITO’s car purchase drive has shown how collective financial organisation can yield major savings even in high-value sectors like luxury automobiles. As more Indian communities adopt this model, the idea of collaborative consumerism could reshape the country’s retail, automotive, and real estate industries.
By combining trust, unity, and financial intelligence, community buying not only empowers individuals but also drives broader economic inclusion, a true reflection of India’s evolving business culture.
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