Markets bustle with last-minute Vinayaka Chavithi shoppers
Markets in Visakhapatnam experienced a surge in activity as residents made last-minute purchases for the Vinayaka Chavithi festival. Despite rain and price increases for goods, shoppers gathered to buy idols, flowers, and decorative items.
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It reflects the economic impact of religious festivals on local retail markets and consumer behavior.
Markets across Visakhapatnam witnessed heavy rush on Sunday as residents made last-minute purchases of flowers, fruits, puja materials, decorative items and Ganesh idols ahead of Vinayaka Chavithi celebrations.
Major markets, including Poorna Market, Old Gajuwaka, Akkayyapalem, China Waltair, and Duvvada remained crowded throughout the day. The Anandapuram flower market also witnessed a rush, as a large number of people arrived to purchase flowers and other puja requirements, leading to heavy traffic congestion in the vicinity.
Flowers, fruits and decorative leaves were among the major purchases made by people. Vendors reported brisk business. However, some customers said that prices of fruits and flowers had increased, ahead of the festival.
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