India’s internet users increasingly consume content in their own languages. Brands that speak the local language often feel more trustworthy and relatable.
When it matters most
- Businesses serving a specific state or region.
- Audiences in smaller cities and towns.
- Family, food, health, education and finance categories.
Approaches
| Approach | When to use |
|---|---|
| Fully regional language | Local businesses in one region |
| Mix of English and regional | Urban, mixed audiences |
| Separate accounts per language | Large brands serving many states |
| Regional festivals and culture | Any brand with regional customers |
Tips
- Work with native speakers; avoid literal translations.
- Use local idioms, humour and references.
- Subtitle videos in the regional language.
- Use regional hashtags; find ideas with our hashtag generator.
- Celebrate regional festivals: Onam, Pongal, Bihu, Durga Puja, Gudi Padwa.
Draft captions
Start with our caption generator, then have a native speaker adapt for other languages.
Ads too
Regional language ads often perform well. Read Meta ads in Hindi and regional languages.
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